Phlebotomist - Vascular Access Technician

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Phlebotomist – Vascular Access Tech obtains quality blood samples using a variety of phlebotomy methods (capillary, venous, assisted line and arterial collections) and standard safety equipment from all age groups with strict adherence to regulatory requirements and collection procedures. Works at the Mayo Clinic Hospital alternating between the two hospital campuses (Rochester Methodist Campus - RMC and St. Mary’s Campus - SMC) in the general patient care areas, pediatrics, the Emergency Department, the Intensive Care Units and the Operating Rooms. Responsible for accurate patient identification, quality specimen labeling, handling and transportation as well as accurate specimen testing using Point of Care (POC) equipment. Able to work with a variety of computer programs/systems. Must maintain patient confidentiality. Utilizes good customer relations and communication skills in performing phlebotomy, answering the phone and interacting with patients, nurses, providers and others health care professionals to ensure high customer satisfaction. Demonstrates a positive and professional demeanor. Ability to work independently as well as in a team. Must possess skills in working in a fast pace environment, coping, understanding, following written and verbal instruction, organization, prioritization, attention to detail, problem solving, critical thinking and decision making. Must be able to push a cart and walk distances. Assists with training students and new employees. Visit the Clinical Labs career site to watch a brief video of Pauline describing her role in Phlebotomy at Mayo Clinic. Two year committment for this role.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required.
• A graduate of a phlebotomy training program that provides a clinical rotation OR 3 months of phlebotomy work experience is required.
• Individuals hired to this position are required to complete 2 years in this role before being eligible to transfer to other positions within Mayo Clinic.
• National Phlebotomy certification (e.g. NHA, ASCP) must be obtained within 14 months of hire date.
• Internal candidates must provide their past 3 performance appraisals and updated resume to be considered.
• DLMP employees that have been in their current lab/position less than 2 years must attach early release approval from their supervisor and Non-DLMP internal applicants that have been in their current department/position for less than one year must attach early release approval from the supervisor is required.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
• Foreign trained lab personnel to provide a detailed equivalency High School evaluation to include US equivalent degree at the applicant's expense.

Responsibilities

• Obtains quality blood samples using a variety of phlebotomy methods
• Responsible for accurate patient identification, quality specimen labeling, handling and transportation
• Accurate specimen testing using Point of Care (POC) equipment
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Utilizes good customer relations and communication skills
• Assists with training students and new employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees