Phlebotomist I

The US Oncology Network•Wichita, KS

38d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cancer Center of Kansas (CCK) is seeking a PRN, on-site Phlebotomist to join our team in our Wichita, KS offices. This is a PRN position, where you'll enjoy the flexibility to work as needed, (with no major holidays, no on-call and no weekends) providing exceptional support and care. This role is perfect for professionals or students seeking a non-traditional schedule that allows for work-life balance and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our team and patients. As part of The US Oncology Network and with over 40 years being established in Kansas, CCK delivers quality, personalized cancer care to communities across the state. Our physicians and staff treat patients in over 18 locations throughout the state. Our management and physician teams continue to be recognized in our communities for Excellence in Healthcare! With our mission in mind, we value each and every employee for their life-saving expertise and the role they play in making our patients’ lives as easy and comfortable as possible. Our employees are our most valuable resource. They help us create and continue to deliver on our mission. In CCK’s partnership with the US Oncology Network, one of the nation’s largest networks of community-based oncology physicians dedicated to advancing cancer care in America and supported by McKesson Corporation, we are able to extend an extremely competitive offering of benefits to employees.

Requirements

Position is entry level and requires no experience.
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Licensure from an accredited school of phlebotomy recommended.
Current state licensure if applicable.

Responsibilities

Performs phlebotomy and collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
Assures pre-authorizations and completes appropriate consent (ABN) prior to collection of limited coverage tests.
Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, equipment records and checklists.
Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using for patient collection.
Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.
Processes incoming orders for lab testing.
Processes in-house and in-coming reports.
Updates and files all daily paperwork, lab logs and maintenance logs.
Properly identifies and bands patients for blood product transfusion.
Processes properly labeled specimens according to local blood bank policy.
Operates designated laboratory equipment as directed.
Uses equipment effectively, skillfully and efficiently. Maintains equipment and work area as directed.
Performs waived lab testing under CLIA guidelines for personnel. Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrator, and reagents for waived lab tests.
Complies with regulatory agency standards. Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.
Properly disposes of hazardous materials.
Maintains a clean working environment and restocks the phlebotomy and laboratory area as needed.
Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.
Conducts administrative duties necessary to set up course and documents completion (where applicable).
Attends required, applicable meetings.
Remains current on all compliance requirements.
Ensures all applicable policies and procedures of the company and Network are followed.
Other duties as assigned.