Phlebotomist - PM Shift - 7 On 7 Off - No Experience Required

Fort HealthCare•Fort Atkinson, WI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Fort HealthCare is seeking a phlebotomist to join their Laboratory team. This patient-centered hospital and healthcare system serves individuals, businesses, and families in Jefferson, Dane, and Walworth Counties. The phlebotomist collects blood specimens from patients and performs other lab duties under the guidance of medical technologists. Fort HealthCare is a multi-award-winning organization recognized for its workplace culture and commitment to its mission of improving community health.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Ability to communicate professionally & appropriately with care team, patients, and family members
Adaptable to change
Ability to cope with stress and criticism

Nice To Haves

BLS and ASCP Certifications preferred

Responsibilities

Collects specimens from patients of all ages using various collection devices.
Monitors orders and collection lists assuring timely collection.
Performs laboratory testing covered by CLIA, including waived testing procedures, culture set up, and assists with specimen processing.
Prepares specimens for transport, and complies with all quality measures.
Obtains, reviews, and summarizes patient clinical information to ensure providers have accurate and timely data for care planning.
Follows proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) usage including donning and doffing.
Answers telephone calls, screens calls, takes and delivers messages within EHR according to department practices.
Assists with appointment scheduling including office visits, referrals, diagnostic testing, therapy appointments, and surgery.
Collaborates with the pre-authorization department and insurance companies to initiate referrals and obtain approvals, pre-certifications, and prior authorizations for medical care and treatment.
Communicates normal test results to patients as directed by the provider, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and adherence to established protocols.
Organizes, restocks, and cleans outpatient drawing area and all carts, trays, and hand helds.
Keeps all patient care areas cleaned and stocked with appropriate levels of medical supplies to enhance patient care and efficiency.
Appropriately maintains, cleans, decontaminates, and sterilizes patient care equipment and initiates requests for repairs (or replacements) as necessary.
Monitors and maintains lab refrigerator temperatures.
Orders lab supplies and other supplies as requested.
Conducts proper biohazard waste disposal and follows components of the Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan.
Follows the Fort HealthCare decontamination and sterilization policy as appropriate to the specific clinic and equipment needs.