Phlebotomist - Full Time - Evenings (2p -10:30p)

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

This job performs laboratory functions that support patient care, including conducting phlebotomy procedures; processing, receiving, accessioning, and distributing specimens; and performing and reporting results for specified test procedures. The position performs clinical assignments, supports departmental goals, resolves problems, and adapts its approach to the needs of individual patients, including respecting privacy, explaining procedures, requesting permission, and communicating appropriately. Other related duties may be assigned.

The employee must remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements and ensure compliance. The employer also requires compliance with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including prompt reporting of suspected unethical conduct and concerns related to safety, privacy, or compliance.

This role routinely involves exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue, and may involve occupational exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous medications, or hazardous waste. It requires the ability to travel throughout and between facilities, sit for prolonged periods, and work a flexible schedule. The position is classified as Medium Work, with occasional exertion of 20–50 pounds, frequent exertion of 10–25 pounds, and constant exertion of up to 10 pounds. Mechanical lifting devices or team lifts should be used.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No prior 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 the stated lifting and force requirements.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods and travel throughout and between facilities.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct phlebotomy procedures.
• Process, receive, accession, and distribute specimens.
• Perform and report results for specified test procedures.
• Perform clinical assignments and support departmental goals and objectives.
• Resolve problems and cooperate with others while demonstrating versatility.
• Adapt patient interactions to individual needs, including respecting privacy, explaining procedures, requesting permission, and using an appropriate communication style.
• Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Promptly report known or suspected unethical conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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