Lab Assistant - Inpatient Phlebotomy

PeaceHealth • Springfield, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

PeaceHealth is hiring a full-time Lab Assistant for inpatient phlebotomy in a day position. The role works collaboratively with healthcare team members to support patient and organizational outcomes. Duties may include phlebotomy, specimen collection and handling, use of laboratory procedures and computerized Lab Information Systems (LIS), and providing patients with information and direction about laboratory services. The position also assists laboratory staff with patient care, distribution of laboratory results and reports, and operation of laboratory equipment.

For the Lab Assistant-Phlebotomist role, the employee follows established standards and practices to instruct patients in specimen collection, collect specimens, and perform simple laboratory procedures. The RiverBend Hospital listing requires six months of phlebotomy experience or proof of completion of a phlebotomy training program.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. The salary range is $21.39–$33.38; the hiring rate depends on factors including education, training, work experience, applicable collective bargaining terms, and seniority. More than one opening may be available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Required ability to approach, communicate, and interact positively with patients and healthcare professionals, including under stressful conditions.
• Required ability to work without supervision and know when to consult supervisory personnel for assistance.
• Required ability to use the electronic laboratory information system.
• Required ability to perform work in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Required ability to recognize differing laboratory service priorities, from routine to critical, and adjust work accordingly.
• Required ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks.
• For the Lab Assistant-Phlebotomist role at RiverBend Hospital: six months of phlebotomy experience or proof of completion of a phlebotomy training program.
• Ability to handle patient lifting of no greater than 35 pounds without assistive equipment or devices.
• Fine motor skills to grasp and control medical equipment; frequent reaching and grasping; occasional bending and stooping.
• Ability to push or pull up to 25 pounds of force frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information; vision and hearing within normal limits, with glasses, contacts, or hearing aids permitted.

Nice To Haves

• Prior clinical laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, deliver, and pick up items in accordance with health and safety regulations and laboratory policies to protect specimen integrity, patient care, and caregiver safety.
• Collect and label specimens for requested testing, process specimens according to established guidelines, and complete specimen documentation.
• Enter patient demographics and ordered tests.
• Complete paperwork and technical and nontechnical procedures needed to process and submit specimens.
• Receive, handle, sort, process, or package specimens.
• Receive and make telephone calls and use computer terminals and reference guides to answer client and patient questions about specimen requirements, test results, and other requests.
• Perform waived testing as assigned.
• Recognize abnormal results and follow up according to standard operating procedures.
• Instruct patients in specimen collection procedures, collect specimens, and perform simple laboratory procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions.
• Paid time off.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance, with additional buy-up coverage options.
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement.
• Wellness benefits.
• Expanded employee assistance program and mental health program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED