Phlebotomist

Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center • Hillsboro, OR

424d • $46,218 - $46,218

About The Position

The Phlebotomist at Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center plays a crucial role in supporting the laboratory function by collecting and processing laboratory specimens. This position emphasizes exceptional customer service and collaboration with healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient care and adherence to lab protocols. The Phlebotomist is responsible for preparing patients for blood draws, performing specimen collection, and maintaining accurate records, all while fostering an inclusive environment for diverse patient populations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an Accredited Phlebotomy Program
• At least six months of Phlebotomy experience is preferred
• National certification preferred
• Active CPR/First Aid/BLS certification or ability to become certified within 180 days of hire
• Proficiency in English and Spanish, both written and spoken language
• Sensitivity to inter-cultural issues
• Ability to perform clerical work with speed and accuracy
• Ability to multitask and shift priorities throughout the day while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Initiative and judgment in problem solving
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain confidentiality regulations
• Able to make independent decisions based on Center's protocols
• High level of accuracy with numbers and data, which will become patient records
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, non-verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop effective, supportive relationships with staff, students, families and the community
• Service-oriented with ability to adapt to changing workload and pace
• Ability to work with all populations

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual - Spanish
• Communication skills
• Customer Service skills
• Problem Solving skills

Responsibilities

• Preparing patients before drawing blood
• Explaining blood draw procedures to patients and answering any questions about the process
• Providing outstanding customer service to all patients
• Performing specimen collection and processing according to VGMHC quality assurance standards
• Tracking collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection and maintaining daily tallies of collections performed
• Obtaining all necessary patient information and ensuring accuracy on all lab orders
• Using appropriate process of venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups
• Collecting specimens that are in line with population-specific programming such as Medication-Assisted Treatment and Reproductive Health Program
• Handling patient specimens in order to provide accurate and timely patient care
• Working closely with Lab Coordinator to track, order, and stock lab supplies
• Serving as a resource for staff needing technical assistance on phlebotomy-related work
• Checking sharps container daily
• Organizing and maintaining clean work area / clean and disinfect counters
• Ensuring temperatures controls, cleaning, and maintenance of lab equipment and testing supplies are completed timely and according to schedule
• Supporting Lab Coordinator and site leadership with performance, maintenance, and proper documentation of lab equipment
• Filing test results and locating and entering overdue labs
• Participating in QA/QI activities related to lab operations
• Contributing to performance reviews for staff cross-trained to lab
• Maintaining clean and safe environment for both staff and patients
• Performing other duties as assigned
• Handling protected health information (PHI) in a manner consistent with HIPAA

Benefits

• Starting Rate: $22.22/hr + DOE
• Full-time schedule with specific working hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED