Under supervision, Per Diem Certified Phlebotomists performs phlebotomy tasks in the VCMC Clinical Laboratory and assists with general laboratory operations as needed. The ideal candidate for the Certified Phlebotomist - Per Diem Pool position is an experienced and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in an acute care hospital and laboratory settings. They demonstrate proficiency in a wide range of phlebotomy procedures and techniques, ensuring accurate specimen collection while adhering to established safety and quality standards. This individual is adaptable, reliable, and able to work efficiently in fast-paced clinical environments, maintaining a high level of precision and patient care. The successful candidate communicates effectively and fosters positive, professional relationships with subordinates, co-workers, physicians, and patients, inspiring confidence and trust through their competence, compassion, and commitment to excellent service. The Per Diem Pool (PDP) classifications are distinguished from the Regular classifications in that the incumbents in these classifications receive limited benefits. They may receive shift differential, standby and callback premium pay and will participate in the Ventura County Employees' Retirement Association if they are assigned a biweekly work schedule of 64 hours or more. Incumbents hired into these positions are not guaranteed any specific number of work hours per biweekly pay period, and management has the authority to relieve them from duty when there is insufficient work. EDUCATIONAL/ BILINGUAL INCENTIVE: Incumbents may be eligible for educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill. DEPARTMENT/ AGENCY: Health Care Agency – Ventura County Medical Center. Certified Phlebotomist II - PDP is represented by the Services Employees International Union (SEIU) and is eligible for overtime compensation. A list of benefits for Per Diem Pool employees can be found in the SEIU Memorandum of Agreement, Article 37. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-term), Intermittent, and Extra-help vacancies. There is currently one (1) PDP vacancy. TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OPENING DATE: 5/7/26 CLOSING DATE: Continuous and may close at any time; therefore, the schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when we receive enough qualified applications to meet business needs. It is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible. Examples Of Duties Duties may include but are not limited to the following:Performs venipuncture and capillary collection on inpatients and outpatients of all ages on all wards;Prepares materials and equipment necessary for phlebotomy;Stocks phlebotomy trays and storage areas keeping work area clean;Answers the telephone, takes messages and relays requests for blood draws;Enters patient demographics and requests into the laboratory computer;Assists in the delivery of specimens to departments and prepares specimens for referral; and. Performs other related duties as required. Typical Qualifications These are entrance requirements to the exam process and ensure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list. EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:One (1) year of recent experience in a hospital laboratory performing full phlebotomy duties and responsibilities. Necessary Special Requirements:Must possess and maintain a valid Phlebotomy Certificate issued by the California State Department of Health Services. Must be willing and able to work rotating weekends as needed. Desired:Bilingual (English/ Spanish) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Working knowledge of and ability to: utilize proficiently procedures and methods of phlebotomy service in an acute care hospital and outpatient laboratory communicate with and maintain the confidence of subordinates, co-workers, physicians, and patients