Under direct and constant supervision performs specimen processing, accessioning, phlebotomy, heel and finger sticks, customer service, clerical duties, effective communication with laboratory customers, problem resolution, record keeping, supply inventory and maintenance, as well as cleaning and maintaining a safe work environment. Additional duties will include operation of instruments, preventative maintenance as appropriate to each section/dept assigned. Performs all duties in a manner consistent with current laboratory safety standards. (See general non-technical section for details). For technical duties related to a specific section, see that section of this JDC. Must have current Phlebotomy Certification issued by the state of California Laboratory Field Services.

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT).

• Knowledge of Hospital Isolation, Infection Control protocols, patient comfort/safety.

• Experience working in related lab, preferably in a large, complex healthcare system.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.

• Demonstrate skills in basic collection and specimen preparation, storage and disposal of specimen.

• Knowledge of Scientific Terminology.

• BLS or BART
• Two (2) years of hospital experience.
• One to two (1 - 2) years of experience with hospital automation.
• Proven experience with specimen processing.
• Demonstrated experience working in high volume lab.
• Must have Valid California Driver's License.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and various locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.
• Must work variable shifts, weekend rotations, holidays, and swing shifts.
• May be required to travel to other UCSD sites.

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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