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Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist

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Compensation
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Location
Cresco, IA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

BLS/CPR Certification

Job overview

The Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist performs laboratory support and routine technical work under the direction of a clinical laboratory technologist. Duties include collecting and preparing specimens, maintaining records and equipment, and supporting appointments and inventory. The role may provide phlebotomy services at local nursing homes and businesses. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; previous office and phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Blood DrawingVenipunctureHeelsticksFingersticksPhlebotomyOffice Skills

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentBLS/CPR CertificationPrevious Office ExperiencePrevious Phlebotomy Experience

Full job description

Cresco, IA

Full time

R-260029746

Location:

Cresco, IA

Worker Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Primarily days with night, weekend and holiday on-call involvement (United States of America)

Join Our Team!

At Regional Health Services, we strive to create a positive, team-oriented work environment for our staff. Our professional team of clinical, administrative, and support staff work each day to better serve and care for our community. If you would like to join us on our mission, apply today!

Position Highlights

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs a variety of duties in the laboratory, including, but not limited to, drawing blood, answering telephones, scheduling appointments, data entry and management, record keeping, preparing specimens and requisitions for reference lab tests, reporting of results, maintaining inventory and restocking, and maintaining equipment, and general cleaning. Performs routine technical work in laboratory under the direction of the clinical laboratory technologist. Could also be responsible for phlebotomy services, including patient blood samples through venipuncture and other technologies as ordered by a physician. Receives the physician requests and collects blood specimens from patients by performing venipunctures, heelsticks or fingersticks. Properly identifies patient and correctly labels specimens. Will also travel to nursing homes in town for phlebotomy services, as well as traveling to businesses for health fairs.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Prefer previous office and phlebotomy experience.

Must be proficient in drawing all ages of patients within 60 days of beginning this position.

BLS (CPR) certified or obtained within 3 months of employment.

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.

The policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act. For assistance, please contact HR Now at 605-504-4444.

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Avera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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