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Phlebotomist

Part-time

Washington County Hospital and Clinics

Washington, IAPart-timeNo compensation foundPosted 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Washington, IA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License

Job overview

Washington County Hospital and Clinics is hiring a Phlebotomist. This position is responsible for collecting accurate blood specimens from inpatients and outpatients in a timely manner. The phlebotomist will explain collection procedures, respond to calls for specimen collection, identify patients, and label collection tubes and specimens. They will also maintain inventory of department supplies to ensure uninterrupted specimen collection.

Key focus areas include Collect blood specimens from in-patients and outpatients via venipuncture and skin puncture, Explain collection procedures and provide general testing information to patients, and Respond to calls from Emergency Room, Nursing units, and Same Day Surgery for specimen collection.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma/GED and Valid Driver's License. Preferred (not required): Communication, Professional Demeanor, Handle Sensitive Situations, and Handle Confidential Documentation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CommunicationProfessional DemeanorHandle Sensitive SituationsHandle Confidential DocumentationWork IndependentlyInterpersonal SkillsWork in Fast Paced EnvironmentWork in Rapidly Changing EnvironmentWork in Regulated EnvironmentAnalytical SkillsIdentify and Resolve ProblemsLearn and Apply New ApproachesMaintain Professional Technical Knowledge

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GEDValid Driver's LicensePhlebotomy CertificationPrior Phlebotomist Experience

Full job description

Position Type Part Time

Job Shift Evening

Category Health Care

Description

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for collecting accurate blood specimens from inpatients and outpatients in a timely manner.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

  • Collect blood specimens from in-patients and outpatients, remote locations, via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders and applicable regulations, policies and procedures to ensure complete and accurate specimens for testing.

  • Explain collection procedures and provides general testing information as needed to facilitate patient understanding and reduce patient anxiety.

  • Respond to calls from Emergency Room, Nursing units, and Same Day Surgery for specimen collection as needed; procures Medical-surgical patient collections per schedule.

  • Identify all patients according to laboratory policies. Label collection tubes and specimens with computer generated labels.

  • Maintains inventory of department supplies as needed to ensure uninterrupted specimen collection.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

  • High School Diploma/GED required

  • Valid Drivers license

  • Phlebotomy certification or prior Phlebotomist experience preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with prevalent professional demeanor

  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation

  • Ability to work independently

  • Well-developed interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work in fast paced, rapidly changing, and regulated environment

  • Analytical skills to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner

  • Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new approaches

  • Maintain professional technical knowledge

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