Phlebotomist - Hickman Hospital - Full Time - Afternoons

ProMedica • Adrian, MI

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About The Position

The Phlebotomist position at Hickman Hospital involves the collection of specimens for point-of-care testing while adhering to established guidelines. This role is crucial in ensuring accurate specimen collection and preparation, contributing to the overall quality of patient care in a new state-of-the-art wellness destination.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED or currently pursuing one.
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program or documented phlebotomy experience (e.g., venipunctures, effective puncture techniques, blood draws).
• Ability to understand directions and communicate effectively.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to input and retrieve information from a computer.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in a science-related field.

Responsibilities

• Collects products or specimens for basic procedures and performs point-of-care testing using proper techniques.
• Follows strict principles of asepsis and antisepsis, assisting in patient care before, during, and after specimen collection.
• Determines combinations of tests and acceptable minimum volumes from like samples, knowledgeable of pre-analytic variables affecting specimen analysis.
• Performs all pre-analytic tasks associated with sample preparation, including centrifugation, decanting, specimen distribution, and packaging.
• Utilizes laboratory computer information systems and quality assurance data to enhance services and recommend procedural changes.
• Maintains established hospital and departmental policies, objectives, quality assurance, safety, and infection control standards.
• Maintains appropriate par levels and organizes supplies and equipment in work areas, notifying associates when re-order levels are reached.
• Assists in training new associates or students.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED