Phlebotomist

The pay range above represents the lowest possible rate for the position and the highest possible rate. Factors that may be used to determine where newly hired employees will be placed in the pay range include the employee specific skills and qualifications, relevant years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Most often, a newly hired employee will be placed below the midpoint of the range.

Position Overview:

Processes laboratory orders and obtains all required specimens for laboratory testing.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Obtains all required specimens from inpatients and outpatients of all ages while keeping identification protocols as a high priority.
1. Processes patient specimens including but not limited to registration, test requests, specimen processing of in-house and send out tests, site batches and phone calls of patient results.
2. Has the ability and knowledge to resolve send out issues in a timely manner. Able to make decisions based upon the urgency of the situation and documents all issues/resolutions in accordance with work procedures and hospital and departmental policies.
3. Stocks and maintains an adequate amount of supplies at all times.
4. Acts as a courier transporting specimens.

Required:

• High school Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Current California Phlebotomy License
• Current BLS certification
• Current Driving License
• Current and ongoing Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) that is considered insurable under the CMHS insurance coverages

Preferred:

• Six (6) plus months recent hospital experience

Community Memorial Health System was established in 2005 when Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura merged with Ojai Valley Community Hospital. It is comprised of these two hospitals along with a network of primary and specialty care health centers serving various communities across west Ventura County. Our health system is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization. As such, we are not backed by a corporate or government entity, nor do we answer to shareholders. We depend on - and answer to - the communities we serve.

Community Memorial Health System Benefits

To help heal, comfort, and promote health for the communities we serve, Community Memorial Health System (CMHS) takes care of our community of employees so our local community can be cared for. That's why we provide competitive benefits, along with great career choices, training, and leadership development. Our total rewards package provides benefits that support you and your family's health and wellness in all aspects of life. From our top tier insurance plans to our employee assistance program, take advantage of what CMHS has to offer so you and your loved ones can have peace of mind now and for years to come. CMHS is here for you and your family every step of the way.

• Competitive Pay
• Shift Differentials (Nights & Weekends)
• In-House Registry Rates
• Fidelity 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Medical (EPO/PPO), Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Voluntary Worksite Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program Available 24/7 (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Recognition programs
• Employee service recognition events
• Home, Retail, Travel & Entertainment Discounts
• National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week celebrations

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