Phlebotomist Specimen Processor-Union Rush

Ochsner Clinic Foundation • Union, NJ

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About The Position

This job performs laboratory functions that support patient care. Duties include conducting phlebotomy procedures; receiving, processing, accessioning, and distributing specimens; and performing and reporting results for specific test procedures. The role requires adapting communication and service to the needs of the patient population, respecting privacy, explaining procedures, and requesting permission. The position also requires compliance with applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. The description summarizes the primary duties and may be amended or supplemented at the employer’s discretion.

The role involves routine exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue, as well as possible occupational exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous medications, and hazardous waste in the healthcare environment. The employee must be able to travel throughout and between facilities and work a flexible schedule. Mechanical lifting devices or team lifts should be used when appropriate.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Proficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard use.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including presenting information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels.
• Knowledge of venipuncture procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to exert 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.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule.
• Ability to perform duties involving routine exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue, with possible occupational 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 interactions and explanations to the patient population, respect privacy, and request permission before procedures.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.

What This Job Offers

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