Job description
For nearly 50 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) has provided affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to all San Diegans. With more than 1,800 employees spread throughout 40 sites around the county, FHCSD is proud of the diversity of its staff as a reflection of the communities it serves.
The reward of working at FHCSD is more than a paycheck and excellent benefits; it is the impact and contribution to the San Diego community that employees value most. If you are passionate about improving the overall health and livelihood of your community, FHCSD is looking for people like you.
Job Roles
- Follow all established guidelines for venipuncture, finger stick, heel stick, and collection of body fluid specimens.
- Complete all required documentation accurately, in a timely manner, and thoroughly in accordance with department standards.
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results.
- Any identified problems require immediate notification to technical CLS supervisor.
- Workstation and laboratory areas are kept clean in accordance with departmental and regulatory standards.
- Maintain lab supplies and materials at appropriate stock levels.
- Monitor and adhere to laboratory safety per the FHCSD chemical hygiene plan and safety processes.
- Perform specimen handling, storage of specimens and processing according to Laboratory Procedure Manual.
- Follow the Laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.
- Input order entry, pending log and cancellation of specimens into the computer tracking system.
- Perform clerical duties related to reporting of results and distribution in a timely manner.
- Perform Point-of-Care Waived Test according to Laboratory Procedure Manual.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education/Certifications/Licenses/Registrations
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
- Current California license or certificate as a Phlebotomy Technician.
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician Certificate from an approved DHHS training facility.
- Completion of 40 hours of clinical lab training at an approved CLIA laboratory.
- Completion of 40 hours of phlebotomy didactic training.
- Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advanced Resuscitation Training.
Experience/Specialized skills (including Language)
- 0 – 4 years of experience performing venipuncture, finger stick, heel stick, and collection of body fluid specimens.
- Ability to work well in both a team-based environment and independently.
- Ability to multi-task, be flexible, ensure accuracy, and meet changing priorities in a fast-paced high-workload environment.
- Demonstrated ability to be culturally sensitive and respect diversity.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish or other language preferred, or may be required depending on assignment.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain good working relationships with employees, coworkers, and departments.
- Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and time-management skills.
- Possess strong motivation to meet deadlines and achieve goals.
- Good written and verbal communication skills to include ability to communicate effectively with patients and family members who speak English as a second language.
- Basic computer ability to comply with department needs and expectations (i.e., inputting order entry, obtaining demographic information, and reports on patient’s lab test results).
Physical Requirements/Working Environment
Bending (neck): OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS)
Bending (waist): FREQUENTLY (3 - 6 HRS)
Carrying 0 - 10 lbs: FREQUENTLY (3 - 6 HRS)
Carrying 11 - 25 lbs: RARELY (0-1 HRS)
Carrying 25 - 50 lbs: RARELY (0-1 HRS)
Carrying 51 - 75 lbs: NEVER
Carrying 75 lbs: NEVER
Climbing (ladder): NEVER
Climbing (stairs): RARELY (0-1 HRS)
Driving: To drive from one clinic or another, or in the community: OCCASIONALLY (0 – 3 HRS)
Exposure to blood borne pathogens and biohazards: YES
Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, or chemicals: Routine laboratory chemicals
Fine manipulation: CONSTANTLY (6+ HRS)
Kneeling: RARELY (0-1 HRS)
Lifting 0 - 10 lbs: FREQUENTLY (3 - 6 HRS)
Lifting 11 - 25 lbs: RARELY (0-1 HRS)
Lifting 25 - 50 lbs: RARELY (0-1 HRS)
Lifting 51 - 75 lbs: NEVER
Lifting over 75 lbs: NEVER
Power Grasping: RARELY (0-1 HRS)
Pulling 0 - 10 lbs: FREQUENTLY (3 - 6 HRS)
Pulling 11 - 25 lbs: RARELY (0-1 HRS)
Pulling 25 - 50 lbs: RARELY (0-1 HRS)
Pulling 51 - 75 lbs: NEVER
Pulling over 75 lbs: NEVER
Pushing 0 - 10 lbs: FREQUENTLY (3 - 6 HRS)
Pushing 11 - 25 lbs: RARELY (0-1 HRS)
Pushing 25 - 50 lbs: RARELY (0-1 HRS)
Pushing 51 - 75 lbs: NEVER
Pushing over 75 lbs: NEVER
Reaching (above shoulder level): OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS)
Reaching (below shoulder level): FREQUENTLY (3 - 6 HRS)
Repetitive use of hand: CONSTANTLY (6+ HRS)
Simple Grasping: CONSTANTLY (6+ HRS)
Sitting: OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS)
Standing: CONSTANTLY (6+ HRS)
Twisting: FREQUENTLY (3 - 6 HRS)
Use of Personal Protective Equipment: YES – Face Shield, Goggles, Masks, Gloves, Lab Coats, Safety Needles
Walking: FREQUENTLY (3 - 6 HRS)
Working around equipment and machinery: Laboratory and Office equipment
Ages of Patients Served: ALL
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