Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary
Mobile Phlebotomist II
The Mobile Phlebotomist II reports to the Client Service Manager and is responsible for performing mobile phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, specimen collection, laboratory accessioning, processing, documentation, and transportation services at client facilities, outpatient locations, and laboratory sites. This role includes accessioning specimens into the laboratory information system, operating laboratory equipment, interacting compassionately and effectively with diverse patient populations, ensuring specimen integrity and regulatory compliance, and safely operating company-owned vehicles to transport specimens, supplies, and equipment between locations in Kern County, Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, and San Diego County.
No Remote Work Available
No Supervisory Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs high-volume arterial blood gas (ABG) draws, venipunctures, capillary punctures, and other specimen collections in accordance with established laboratory policies and procedures.
- Operates handheld and point-of-care laboratory testing devices and loads or processes specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation following approved protocols and competency requirements.
- Confirms patient identity, follows test-specific protocols, accurately labels all specimens at the point of collection, and documents required collection information.
- Demonstrates the ability to compassionately and effectively interact with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs, and behaviors.
- Handles, processes, and prepares biological specimens for laboratory analysis, including microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank.
- Reviews outstanding specimen and collection logs for laboratory, microbiology, and blood bank during assigned shifts, identifies uncollected or delayed tests, and takes appropriate corrective action.
- Processes specimens for referral to reference laboratories, ensuring proper packaging, documentation, and chain-of-custody compliance.
- Accurately processes outpatient and facility orders, provides instructions and collection supplies as needed, and ensures compliance with turnaround time requirements.
- Communicates, documents, and follows up on unclear, incomplete, or discrepant orders and escalates issues to the Supervisor or Director as appropriate.
- Performs clerical and data entry tasks accurately using the laboratory information system and other computerized systems.
- Maintains accurate phlebotomy logs, specimen tracking records, and meal and break documentation.
- Applies laboratory criteria for specimen acceptability and rejection.
- Stocks, monitors, and orders routine laboratory and phlebotomy supplies and maintains cleanliness and organization of work areas, storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers, handheld devices, and vehicles.
- Operates company-owned vehicles or personal vehicle (mileage) to travel between client sites, patient locations, and laboratory facilities, transporting specimens, supplies, and equipment in a safe and compliant manner.
- May assist with training, coaching, and the development of coworkers and students.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Must take all assigned Human Resources and department trainings and classes.
- Responsible for attending all department and staff meetings.
Education and Experience
- Highschool Diploma or GE
- Completed 1,040 clinical hours in a laboratory setting, required.
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician II (CPT II) License, required.
- CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Previous experience in behavioral healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility, preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with Department of Vehicles and Company vehicle policies and automobile insurance requirements.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
- Record maintenance skills.
- Ability to work independently and remotely.
- Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
- Ability to prepare and print routine correspondence, labels, and/or other basic written material.
- Word processing and/or data entry skills.
- Skill in the use of operating basic office equipment.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Prolonged periods of standing while providing services to patients.
- Prolonged periods of driving in a vehicle.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and sit/stand for long periods of time.
Monday - Friday
5:30am - 2:00pm