Job description
Heluna Health invites applications for a Temporary Certified Phlebotomist that will be primarily in the Center for Public Health Research (CPHR) at the San Francisco Department of Public Health. CPHR is a research unit that engages in a wide range of public health research including studies of populations at high risk for HIV infection. CPHR has developed methods and strategies for tracking the HIV Epidemic that have been used locally and around the globe since the 1980s. The CPHR Investigators are global leaders in the epidemiology of HIV infection, HIV research training methods, and informing HIV prevention approaches.
In this role, the Temporary Certified Phlebotomist support an innovative project that will recruit, survey and conduct HIV testing with trans women to better understand HIV prevalence and HIV risk behaviors in this population. Successful candidates must be reliable and have flexible availability to meet program needs. Expected work hours will be during the days and times the research study is being conducted (days, evenings, and weekends). Experience working with trans-women communities or LGBTQIA communities is desired.
This position will be responsible for providing day-to-day operations of the lab services operating under a CLIA waiver. The responsibilities include performing high-volume phlebotomy, management and processing of HIV and HCV specimens, supporting the project coordinator with data management of lab specimens, performing research related lab duties, preparing samples for transport to an off-site lab, performing quality assurance on lab tests, and interpreting multiple HIV/HCV antibody tests. This position will also conduct HIV test counseling as needed for the study.
This is a temporary, grant-funded through Dec 2023, part-time (25 hours), benefitted position. Employment is provided by Heluna Health.
Pay rate: $ 26.00 per hour
If hired for this position, you will be required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to your start date, or have a valid religious or medical reason qualifying you for an exemption (that may or may not require accommodation).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Phlebotomy: Perform high-volume phlebotomy.
- Laboratory Technician: Perform quality assurance on lab tests, management and processing of specimens, preparing samples for transport to an off-site lab, ensure all tests are properly performed and documented per the clinic guidelines, and interpret multiple HIV/HCV antibody tests simultaneously as well as various other CLIA waived testing.
- Clinical Services: Serve as an HIV test counselor as needed.
- Clinical Research: Maintains regulatory compliance through proper documentation and implementation of research specimen testing, collection, processing, and shipping.
- Contribute to other Center for Public Health Research projects, as needed
- Participate in meetings and quality control activities
- Perform other duties as required
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree Preferred.
- Possession of California State Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or II, Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Certificate, or other degree that allows for performing venipunctures in the state of California. Employee must maintain an active phlebotomy certification with the California Laboratory Field Service.
- Current Health Care Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Current California Certification as an HIV Counselor preferred.
- Training in Good Clinical Practices, research ethics, and IATA shipping preferred.
- At least one year experience in outpatient sexual health clinic preferred.
- At least one year experience in clinical research preferred.
- Communication Skills: Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge: Possesses technical knowledge required to do the job. Experience working with people who inject drugs required. Knowledge of harm reduction principles and of San Francisco’s community-based organizations and service providers preferred.
- Judgment: Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; can clearly explain reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; maintains confidentiality
- Adaptability: Adapts to changes in work duties and organizational structure
- Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, works with others to solve complex problems
- Customer Service: Ability to work comfortably with diverse populations, with sensitivity to issues concerning HIV and all disabilities. Responds efficiently and cordially to requests for service and assistance
- Professionalism: Reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration; follows through on commitments
- Dependability: Completes tasks on time; takes responsibility for own actions; can be relied upon
- Language: Fluency in Spanish preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stand Frequently
Walk Frequently
Sit Frequently
Handling / Fingering Occasionally
Reach Outward Occasionally
Reach Above Shoulder Occasionally
Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend Occasionally
Lift / Carry Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs
Push/Pull Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs
See Constantly
Taste/ Smell Not Applicable
Not Applicable Not required for essential functions
Occasionally (0 - 2 hrs/day)
Frequently (2 - 5 hrs/day)
Constantly (5+ hrs/day)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled
All qualified applicants will be considered for this position in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Heluna Health is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages minorities, women, veterans, and disabled to apply.
EEOC STATEMENT
It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sec, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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