Float Phlebotomist Full Time Days
About The Position
The Float Pool Phlebotomist is primarily responsible for temporary assignments for unplanned as well as scheduled phlebotomist vacancies. Phlebotomists are responsible for collecting blood specimens using appropriate blood collection equipment according to the Laboratory Specimen Collection Manual and Phlebotomy Procedure Manual. Additionally, phlebotomists are expected to complete patient registrations as well as perform EKG testing (where applicable). Requires a high degree of flexibility and ability to provide expected level of services in a variety of work environments. Flexible and available based on staffing/coverage needs, which may require working weekends, holiday, scheduled on-call, and overtime. Travel and flexibility is required to work multiple locations with minimal notice.
Requirements
- High School graduate or equivalent required.
- Graduate from an accredited phlebotomy school with a minimum of 100 successful draws.
- Phlebotomy experience required OR completion of the St. Luke’s School of Phlebotomy.
- Must have valid driver's license with personal and reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle to travel between St. Luke’s University Health Network locations to collect specimens.
Responsibilities
- Interprets verbal and written physician orders, obtains blood specimens from patients using appropriate blood collection equipment (needles, lancets, etc.) and follows safe practices according to the Laboratory Specimen Collection Manual and Phlebotomy Procedure Manual in a timely manner.
- Additionally, perform successful outpatient EKG’s (as needed).
- Communication is relayed timely to the regional coordinator and manager (see float expectations document).
- Responsible for handling and processing laboratory specimens according to Phlebotomy Procedure Manual including operation of a centrifuge and proper specimen transfer and storage.
- Assume personal responsibility to keep informed of current communications and trends within the department.
- On an ongoing basis, review for understanding and comply with all Network and departmental policies and procedures.
Benefits
- St. Luke’s University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
