Phlebotomist Specimen Processor - Kenner - PRN

Ochsner Health • Kenner, LA

12d

About The Position

This job performs laboratory functions in support of patient care. Duties include conducting phlebotomy procedures; receiving, processing, accessioning, and distributing specimens; and performing and reporting results for specific test procedures. The role also performs clinical assignments, supports departmental goals, resolves problems, and adapts interactions to the needs of different patient populations while respecting privacy and obtaining permissions. Other related duties may be assigned. The position requires compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct.

The schedule is weekends, 3:00 AM to 7:00 AM. The role is based in a healthcare setting and routinely involves exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue, with potential exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous medications, and hazardous waste. The employee must be able to travel throughout and between facilities, sit for prolonged periods, and work a flexible schedule. Mechanical lifting devices or team lifts should be used.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No work experience required.
• Computer skills and dexterity for entering and retrieving patient information.
• Proficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard use.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels.
• Knowledge of venipuncture procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of medium work, including exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods and travel throughout and between facilities.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to work in an environment with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue, and potential exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous medications, or hazardous waste.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a phlebotomy course.
• Current license or trainee license in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct phlebotomy procedures.
• Receive, process, accession, and distribute specimens.
• Perform and report results for specific test procedures.
• Perform clinical assignments and support departmental goals and objectives.
• Resolve problems and demonstrate versatility and cooperation.
• Adapt behavior and communication to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, and requesting permissions.
• Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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