Phlebotomist-Hospital

Alomere Health • Alexandria, MN

9h • Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist is responsible for accurately collecting specimens for medical provider ordered lab tests.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent degree
• Strong knowledge in proper specimen collection; including specimen requirements, integrity of specimen, isolation procedures, timed blood draws, and aseptic technique
• Strong understanding of the importance of patient identification and correct specimen labeling
• Ability to have regular and anticipated attendance
• Strong attention to detail and data entry skills
• Ability to positively interact with others and provide exceptional customer service
• Ability to use required systems: Laboratory Information System and Electronic Medical Record
• Mature judgement and ability to handle sensitive situations and confidential information with professionalism
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in order to communicate with patients and employees on a daily basis

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working in a health care facility

Responsibilities

• Interpret and Process Lab Orders
• Interpret, verify, and carry out medical provider ordered lab tests
• Interpret, reference, and apply laboratory specimen requirements
• Specimen Collection
• Obtain or collect body fluids, tissues, or other substances to aid the laboratory in determining normal and abnormal findings
• Obtain nasopharyngeal or nasal substances
• Proficient in capillary, venous, and arterial blood collection
• Patient Interaction
• Foster an atmosphere of trust and confidence with patients while explaining and performing procedures
• Provide instructions clearly and accurately for patient collected specimens
• Maintain an environment of privacy, safety , and integrity for all patients, at all times
• Perform Urine Drug Screen collections and Breath Alcohol Testing
• Perform Point of Care testing as trained by facility
• Perform all other related duties as assigned in a professional and responsive manner
• Demonstrate the ability to use relevant equipment
• Support, understand, and promote Alomere Health’s mission, vision, values, policies and procedures
• Ability to meet the work schedule requirements with flexibility dependent upon the needs of the department
• Foster respectful working relationships with professional colleagues, patients, families, and general public regardless of age, gender, lifestyle, culture, beliefs, race, socioeconomic class, or ability

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employee Health Clinic (health +): Our health+ clinic provides office visits and prescription medications for little to no cost to Alomere Health employees and their dependents who are on a medical insurance plan
• Retirement Savings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees