Phlebotomist Technician - Clinics

Legacy Health • Vancouver, WA

1d • $21 - $30

About The Position

You are the confident and calm presence that guides patients through lab processes. You approach your role with the care and dignity that defines the Legacy mission. The Phlebotomist Technician Clinics performs pre-analytical processes associated with processing and collection of laboratory specimens. Applies knowledge of clinic and laboratory operations to assist patients in utilizing laboratory services. Complies with all clinics, laboratory, and safety policies. Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by laboratory policy and regulating agencies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required. For employees performing waived testing, a physical copy of diploma or GED must be provided for the departmental file. Diploma or GED will not be verified for employees hired on or before May 21, 2012.
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program, including an externship or practicum, required.
• One year of phlebotomy experience.
• Basic reading and writing skills required .
• Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions required.
• Interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment (i.e., telephone, photocopier, computer, and printer) required.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology required.
• Experience with drug screen specimen collection and basic specimen selection, handling, and storage activities required.
• Current American Heart Association approved CPR certification required.
• Washington Only- Medical Assistant – Phlebotomist or Medical Assistant – Certified license from the Washington State Department of Health required for employees assigned or floating to Washington worksites.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience preferred.
• Phlebotomist or Phlebotomy Technician certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs pre-analytical processes associated with processing and collection of laboratory specimens.
• Applies knowledge of clinic and laboratory operations to assist patients in utilizing laboratory services.
• Complies with all clinics, laboratory, and safety policies.
• Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by laboratory policy and regulating agencies.

What This Job Offers

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