Phlebotomist II (PRN) - Cancer Center Community Support

Washington University in St Louis • Saint Louis, MO

5h • $17 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Functions as a Phlebotomist and Patient Service Representative in the Siteman Cancer Center Lab. Requires expertise in blood drawing procedures in an outpatient laboratory environment. Serves as a liaison between all stakeholders and advocates for the patients’ needs. Position requires primarily weekend work and will have varied hours.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
• Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
• Laboratory Or Medical Office Setting (2 Years)
• Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements.
• Completion of an educational program in Phlebotomy or Medical Assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Anatomy
• Blood Specimen Collection
• Body Mechanics
• Cross-Team Collaboration
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Equipment Utilization
• Insurance Verification
• Interactive Communication
• Ordering Medical Supplies
• Order Management
• Patient Care
• Phlebotomy
• Physiology
• Sample Collection
• Venipuncture

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy procedure by identifying patient, gathers necessary supplies, verifies orders/tube labels, communicates with patient by describing steps of the procedure, cleans venipuncture site, utilizes personal protective equipment and obtains blood samples in a manner intended to limit patient discomfort.
• Verifies both written and electronic lab orders and releases orders for specimen collection. Prints tube labels and routes orders and labels to phlebotomist performing sample collection. Consults with physician team, Supervisor or testing lab for clarification and verification of appropriateness of orders. Offers suggestions for alternate testing as needed.
• Greets patients upon arrival, checks patient into scheduling/patient tracking system. Creates appointments for walk-in patients and registers patient in the Barnes system as needed. Monitors insurance requirements. Notifies insurance verification department of lab tests that require precertification no later than the date of service. Ensures that collected samples are routed to alternate laboratories as required by insurance.
• Assists physician teams and research coordinators in completing research-related laboratory order forms. Ensures that research orders are linked to the correct research billing code in the Barnes registration system.
• Prepares and maintains sample collection stations and front desk area by monitoring and stocking medical and office supplies. Advises Supervisor/Lead immediately regarding the malfunction of equipment or supply shortages. Ensures efficient and effective functioning of the area by maintaining cleanliness and order.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED