Phlebotomist III - Per Diem

Nevada System of Higher Education•Arlington Heights, IL

2d•$20 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Phlebotomist III working on a per diem basis at Northwest Community Hospital. The role involves proficiently performing accurate venipuncture and capillary specimen collection for all inpatients and outpatients across all age groups. Responsibilities include correct patient identification, accurate specimen labeling, collection of various samples, processing of blood and body fluid samples, assisting in training, problem identification and resolution, inventory management, addressing customer requests, providing phone coverage, and maintaining a safe patient care and working environment. The role also requires maintaining neat and organized records.

Requirements

Four years of high school education or equivalent.
CPR-BLS from the AHA required.
A minimum of 3 years phlebotomy experience in a hospital setting.
Experience working with all age groups of patients.
Experience performing various age-related testing procedures.

Nice To Haves

Certification in approved school of phlebotomy is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Proficiently performs accurate venipuncture and capillary specimen collection for all inpatients and outpatients for all age groups.
Correctly identifies patients before specimen collection and labels all specimens accurately before leaving patient bedside using the Rover device when appropriate.
May be responsible for collection of body fluid or other samples including, nasal and throat swabs, and breath samples.
Prepares and assists in the processing of blood and body fluid samples per established guidelines.
Assist in the orientation and training of phlebotomy staff and students.
Applies skills and experience to identify and address problems as they arise and notifies lead/supervisory personnel as needed.
Assists with inventory management duties as assigned.
Ensures that all customer requests for Laboratory services are addressed in a timely and appropriate manner.
Provides phone coverage and understands the importance of professional appearance and behavior in conducting oneself in a customer-oriented manner in accordance with the hospital’s mission.
Serves as a resource to other Phlebotomists and team members and assists in training.
Practices appropriate Standard Precautions as described in Infection Control and Prevention Activities. Adheres to all other departmental and hospital safety standards in order to maintain a safe patient care and working environment.
Maintains records such as logs, workload records, and requisitions in a neat and organized manner.