Location: Bakersfield, CA

Start Date: 03-16-2026

End Date: 06-15-2026

Shift Type: Night shifts, 8-hour nights (5x8 schedule), schedule is assigned by unit, alternating weekends and holiday coverage; must be able to float as needed

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and arterial blood gas (ABG) collections across inpatient departments with accuracy and compassion
• Collect specimens from patients of all ages, ensuring proper identification, labeling, and handling
• Use Cerner Pathways on a laptop to document collections and update patient records in a timely manner
• Adhere to infection control practices and safety protocols to protect patients and staff
• Float between departments as needed to meet patient care demands and maintain continuity of service
• Communicate clearly with nursing and lab staff to prioritize urgent draws and resolve specimen issues
• Participate in department-specific orientation and ongoing training to maintain high standards

Qualifications

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT I) via AAH required
• BLS certification required
• California CPA required for arterial blood gas (ABG) draws
• Minimum 2 years of hospital/inpatient phlebotomy experience
• Demonstrated ability to draw patients of all ages
• Willingness to work nights, alternating weekends, and holidays as scheduled
• Comfortable using laptop-based charting systems and following unit scheduling procedures

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT I) required
• BLS required
• California CPA required for ABG draws

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficient in Cerner Pathways and electronic documentation
• Skilled in venipuncture and arterial blood gas (ABG) collection techniques
• Strong specimen labeling, handling, and chain-of-custody awareness
• Excellent patient identification and communication skills
• Knowledgeable about infection control, safety protocols, and HIPAA
• Able to adapt quickly when floating between departments

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
• Paid Time Off so you can actually recharge on your days off
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you keep credentials current
• A supportive team that values YOU and the care you provide
• Professional development opportunities and continuing education support
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates
• Comprehensive orientation so you start confident (12 hours required)
• Work-life balance efforts and predictable scheduling created for the team

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