Phlebotomist

Silver Cross Hospital

15d•$18 - $23

About The Position

Silver Cross Hospital is an extraordinary place to work. We’re known for our culture of excellence and delivery of unrivaled experiences for our patients, their families, the communities we serve…and for each other. Come join us! It’s the way you want to be treated. Job Description Position Summary: Performs phlebotomy and clerical support services duties for the efficient operations of the laboratory.

Requirements

High School Graduate or equivalent
Phlebotomy Certification, American Society Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or eligible. Must obtain ASCP certification within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

Performs Venipuncture and capillary draws on patients of all ages
Works on inpatient units and emergency department
Prioritizes draws appropriately to meet turnaround time goals
Opportunity to cross-train in registration and specimen processing
Works collaboratively with medical technologists and nursing staff to ensure lab orders are completed timely
Utilizes handheld order management equipment
Adheres to standards of proper patient identification in the collection of laboratory specimens
Performs Point of Care Testing and Breath Alcohol Testing if competent as required
Collects, receives and delivers specimens to laboratory departments in a timely manner
Prepares specimens for analysis, loads automated instruments
Handles phone calls received on handheld phones or in the laboratory front office
Promotes a clean and safe environment of care, utilizing the SAFE error prevention habits
Provides the highest standard of privacy and confidentiality in matters involving patients, coworkers, and the hospital by abiding by the Standards of Conduct