Phlebotomist-Lab Assistant I

IU Health • Bloomington, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist provides general laboratory services including specimen collection using routine venipuncture, order entry, blood component preparation, pre-analytic processing of specimens as well as related clerical tasks such as entering orders into the system, answering phone calls, and managing faxes. The incumbent may be responsible for patient and specimen registration and delivery of specimens. The ideal incumbent will possess strong customer service skills and be highly compassionate. This will be a mainly PRN phlebotomy role with some processing. Required hours are 2 Saturdays per month 0730-1200 with the flexibility to pick up more shifts.

Requirements

• HS grad or GED Equivalent
• Proven understanding of computers
• Telephone skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a phlebotomy training program
• Experience in laboratory or coursework in biological, chemical or related science preferred
• May require a valid Indiana Operators license and a good driving history for the last three years
• May require an understanding of the traffic laws in the State of Indiana

Responsibilities

• Provides general laboratory services including specimen collection using routine venipuncture
• Order entry
• Blood component preparation
• Pre-analytic processing of specimens
• Related clerical tasks such as entering orders into the system, answering phone calls, and managing faxes
• May be responsible for patient and specimen registration and delivery of specimens
• May serve on appropriate committees or projects that contribute to the overall purpose and essential functions of the department.

Benefits

• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses
• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met)
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!

What This Job Offers

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