Kaiser Permanente

Laboratory Assistant II


PayCompetitive
LocationSan Jose/California
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 1318050

      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
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