CPT I/ Lab Assistant

About the position

The CPT I/Lab Assistant position at Family Health Centers of San Diego involves performing various laboratory tasks, primarily focused on blood sampling and specimen collection. The role is essential in ensuring accurate test results and maintaining laboratory standards, contributing to the overall mission of providing exceptional healthcare to underserved communities.

Responsibilities

• Follow all established guidelines for venipuncture, finger stick, heel stick, and collection of body fluid specimens.
• Complete all required documentation accurately, in a timely manner, and thoroughly in accordance with department standards.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and notify the technical CLS supervisor immediately.
• Maintain cleanliness of workstation and laboratory areas in accordance with departmental and regulatory standards.
• Maintain lab supplies and materials at appropriate stock levels.
• Monitor and adhere to laboratory safety per the FHCSD chemical hygiene plan and safety processes.
• Perform specimen handling, storage, and processing according to the Laboratory Procedure Manual.
• Follow the Laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Input order entry, pending log, and cancellation of specimens into the computer tracking system.
• Perform clerical duties related to reporting of results and distribution in a timely manner.
• Perform Point-of-Care Waived Test according to Laboratory Procedure Manual.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
• Current California license or certificate as a Phlebotomy Technician.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician Certificate from an approved DHHS training facility.
• Completion of 40 hours of clinical lab training at an approved CLIA laboratory.
• Completion of 40 hours of phlebotomy didactic training.
• Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advanced Resuscitation Training.
• 1 - 4 years of experience performing venipuncture, finger stick, heel stick, and collection of body fluid specimens.
• Meet organizational driving requirements.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off