Phlebotomist

Neurology

Full Time

83661BR

Job Summary

**This position is an 80% limited appointment & will end in 6 months from the date of hire
The Per Diem Phlebotomist works under the supervision of the NCRU Nurse Manager to provide entry-level duties related to the support and coordination of NIH and industry funded studies taking place in the NCRU. This position is for a 6 month time period.

This position provides phlebotomy and administrative support for research projects aimed at better understanding and treating neurological diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease, frontotemporal dementia, other related dementias, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and other disorders. These duties include: performing phlebotomy on research volunteers with neurological diseases and healthy controls; meticulous handling and processing of human blood and body fluid specimens; precise documentation of all procedures; reception desk duties; helping research staff schedule research visits; stocking unit supplies; following NCRU, university, and state policies for infection control and safety; maintaining a safe environment for participants who are cognitively impaired and/or have physical disabilities; other administrative and research duties as needed. This position requires excellent communication and judgment in order to provide research participants with an outstanding research experience.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $36.90 - $36.90 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

Neurosciences Clinical Research Unit
The Neurosciences Clinical Research Unit (NCRU) at Mission Bay is a multi-disciplinary outpatient clinical research unit that provides state of the art research space along with nursing, phlebotomy, and imaging services to support observational and investigational research studies through the Department of Neurology.

Required Qualifications

• HS graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities
• At least 2 years phlebotomy experience
• At least 2 year experience working with patient with neurodegenerative disease (such as dementia, MS, movement disorders)
• Knowledgeable in phlebotomy issues, such as tubes required for blood draw of clinical laboratory tests, universal precautions
• Ability to interact in a professional, courteous manner with participants with physical disabilities, behavioral issues, and cognitive disorders
• Ability to follow detailed physician research orders and NCRU policies
• Excellent verbal and written communications, organizational skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills required to work effectively in a diverse team
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment and to re-prioritize responsibilities as needed
• Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with research participants, co-workers, & clinicians
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Windows

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical Assisting/phlebotomy background
• Bachelor's Degree
• Demonstrated proficiency with medical terminology, administering ECG
• Experience in neurology, geriatric populations, a healthcare setting, and/or clinical research

License/Certification

• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• California Phlebotomy License (CPT-1)

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

009390 CERT PHLEBOTOMY TCHN 1 PD

Job Category

Technical & Technologist

Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)

Employee Class

Limited Appt

Percentage

80%

Appointment End Date

03-Aug-2025

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

M-Th 8 am - 4:30 pm