Certified Phlebotomy Technician II, Per Diem - Specimen Processing

Join UCLA Health's Clinical Laboratory team and play a critical role in supporting patient care through accurate and timely specimen processing. This position is primarily focused on laboratory pre-analytical functions, including specimen receipt, accessioning, processing, and preparation for testing. Key duties include:

* Receive, verify, accession, and process patient specimens for laboratory testing.

* Ensure specimens are appropriately labeled, handled, stored, and routed according to laboratory procedures.

* Prepare specimens for transport, testing, and referral to reference laboratories.

* Review requisitions and laboratory orders for completeness and accuracy.

* Enter and retrieve patient and specimen information within the laboratory information system and electronic health record.

* Communicate with clinical staff regarding specimen requirements, collection issues, and testing needs.

* Maintain compliance with laboratory quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

* Assist with inventory management and maintenance of laboratory supplies.

* Perform phlebotomy duties as needed to support staffing and operational requirements.

Salary Range: $33.74/hour (flat rate)

* CA CPT certification

* High school diploma or equivalent (e.g. HiSET or GED)

* 2 years of recent phlebotomy experience or one year of in-patient phlebotomy experience

* Experience with Beaker LIS/Care Connect/EPIC - preferred

* Ability to work rotating weekends and holidays