Laboratory Assistant (SEIU) | San Luis Obispo, CA | 8-Week Travel Contract

Looking for a travel lab assignment where your skills truly make a difference?

If you're an experienced Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist with current Epic experience, this is an excellent opportunity to join a respected acute care hospital on California's beautiful Central Coast.

Work alongside an experienced laboratory team while enjoying coastal living and a supportive environment.

Position Details

• Position: Laboratory Assistant (SEIU)
• Location: San Luis Obispo, California
• Contract: 8 Weeks
• Schedule:
• Rotating 5×8-hour shifts
• Shift times include:
• 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
• 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
• 1:30 PM – 12:00 AM
• 9:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Weekend Requirement: Same schedule as weekdays
• Call Required: No
• EMR: Epic (Current Epic experience required)
  

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT-I) License
• Current BLS Certification
• Current Epic experience (Required)
• Acute care phlebotomy experience preferred
  
  

What You'll Do

• Perform venipuncture and specimen collection using age-appropriate techniques
• Process, label, accession, and prepare laboratory specimens
• Enter patient registrations and laboratory orders accurately
• Package and transport specimens while maintaining specimen integrity
• Monitor laboratory workflow and prioritize urgent specimens
• Answer laboratory calls and communicate results when appropriate
• Maintain inventory, documentation, and quality standards
• Support a fast-paced hospital laboratory environment
  
  

Why You'll Love This Assignment

• Beautiful Central Coast California location
• 162-bed acute care hospital
• No call requirement
• Opportunity to work with an experienced laboratory team
• Great assignment for professionals with hospital lab and Epic experience