Laboratory Assistant II

Under the direction and oversight of the Laboratory Director and Laboratory Manager, or designee, within the scope of Unlicensed Laboratory Personnel as described in B&PC 1269, receives and processes specimens, performs clerical tasks and performs phlebotomy. May operate automated or semi-automated test equipment, or plate and process microbiology specimens under the direct and constant supervision of a licensed person, as authorized by the California lab law.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Draws blood from patients finger, heal, or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples.

• Obtains the correct amount and type of specimen.

• Documents all requests and released results of lab work accurately.

• Informs physicians of released lab results.

• Completes appropriate routing, handling, and processing of various medical specimens.

• Orders, distributes and stocks supplies as needed.

• Trains and reports on the work performance of other Laboratory Assistants.

• Perform other related duties as necessary.

• Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Compliance Accountability:

Grade 365

Basic Qualifications:
Experience

• N/A
  
  

Education

• High School Diploma/GED.
  
  

License, Certification, Registration

• Phlebotomy Technician II Certificate (California) OR Phlebotomy Technician I Certificate (California)
  
  

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to perform all Laboratory Assistant I duties.

• Must be able to perform all Laboratory Assistant I duties.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

• Ability to write simple correspondence.

• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.

• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• N/A

Location: South San Francisco, CA, US

Posted Date: 11/29/2024