Phlebotomist - Public Health Foundation Enterprises, In

Heluna Health invites applications for a Certified Phlebotomist who will be working 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 Certified Phlebotomist supports an innovative project that will recruit, survey and conduct HIV testing with people who inject drugs (PWID) to better understand HIV prevalence and HIV risk behaviors in this population.

This position will be responsible for providing support for the 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 in the clinic. Due to the nature of the study, work hours will include daytime, evening, and weekends. Successful candidates must be prepared to work late evening and weekend hours. Must have flexible availability to meet program needs. Must be experienced in conducting phlebotomy with people who inject drugs (PWID) communities.

This is a temporary (through Dec 31, 2024), grant-funded, part-time (25 hours), benefitted position. Employment is provided by Heluna Health. This is a hybrid position that requires some in person work.

Pay range: $35.00 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

Study Activities
• Phlebotomy: Perform high-volume phlebotomy, particularly difficult venipunctures.
• 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.
Other Responsibilities
• 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

Education/ Experience/ Certificates
• 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 is required.
• Current California Certification as an HIV Counselor preferred.
• Training in Good Clinical Practices, research ethics, and IATA shipping preferred.
• Two plus years of phlebotomy experience in high-volume environments and difficult venipuncture populations
• At least one year of experience in an outpatient sexual health clinic is preferred.
• At least one year of experience in clinical research is preferred.
• Spanish speaking desired

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
• 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; available to work weekends and evenings
• Language: Fluency in Spanish desired

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

Heluna Health is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages minorities, women, veterans, and disabled to apply.

All qualified applicants will be considered for this position in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

EEOC STATEMENT
It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)