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Phlebotomist | 40 hours per week | Laboratory

Great River Health

West Burlington, IAFull-time$18.89/hrTracked 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$18.89/hr
Location
West Burlington, IA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Certified Medical AssistantLicensed Practical Nurse

Job overview

Great River Health is hiring a Phlebotomist | 40 hours per week | Laboratory. Responsible for collecting and processing laboratory specimens, including blood and other samples, while ensuring accurate patient identification and specimen labeling. May assist with bone marrow collections and provide phlebotomy services at off‑site facilities, requiring professional demeanor and adherence to department needs.

Key focus areas include Collect blood or other laboratory specimens and label, log and prepare them for testing, Explain blood or laboratory specimen collection procedures to patients, and Enter provider orders into the computer system.

Important skills include Phlebotomy. Preferred (not required): Specimen Collection, Specimen Labeling, Patient Communication, and Computer Data Entry.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

PhlebotomySpecimen CollectionSpecimen LabelingPatient CommunicationComputer Data EntryInventory ManagementWork Area Cleaning

Qualifications

H.S. Diploma or GED1-3 Years Computer Classes or ExperienceMedical TerminologyPhlebotomy TrainingCertified Medical AssistantLicensed Practical Nurse

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Minimum Hiring Wage:

From $18.89 per hour

Job Details:

Scheduled Hours: 9:00am - 5:30pm, rotating weekends and holidays.

Job Description:

A Brief OverviewResponsible for the collection and processing of laboratory specimens. May be trained to assist in Bone Marrow collections as well as provide phlebotomy services at off-site facilities such as nursing homes and/or laboratories on the other campuses. Must demonstrate absolute accuracy in inpatient identification, specimen labeling and have knowledge of test requirements as well as other duties related to department specific needs. Requires the ability to professionally portray the Laboratory's image to patients by demonstrating pleasant and courteous mannerisms at all times.What you will do

  • Collect blood or other laboratory specimens and label, log and prepare them for testing.

  • Explain blood or laboratory specimen collection procedures to patients.

  • Enter provider orders into the computer system.

  • Participate in training and orientation of new staff.

  • Contact provider or representative to clarify unusual orders.

  • Inventory and stock supplies.

  • Clean and maintain work area.

Qualifications:

  • H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required

  • 1-3 years Computer classes / experience Required

  • Medical terminology Preferred

  • Phlebotomy Training Preferred

  • Certified Medical Assistant Preferred

  • Licensed Practical Nurse Preferred

Benefits:

We are excited to offer an aggressive compensation and benefits package for qualifying positions, which includes:

  • Competitive base pay

  • Matching retirement programs

  • Health, Dental and Vision plans

  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Employee discounts including car rental, cell-phone plans

  • Employer-paid, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D

  • Paid time off (PTO)

  • Education Assistance Program

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Employee Referral Bonus Program

  • Discounted cafeteria meals

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Employee Service Recognition program

  • Voluntary plans including: Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity

Great River Health and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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