Clinical phlebotomist job description

This is a full-time position, 36-40 hours per week with no evening or weekend requirements. Grand River Medical Group's west end lab is typically open from 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday.

Join us as we open our NEW lab on the west end of town!

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform venipunctures and obtain urine specimens; requires use of color vision. Monitor the identification, processing, transportation of specimens to ensure specimen integrity.
• Perform therapeutic phlebotomies. Instruct patients in collection of 24-hour urine specimen.
• Verify patient information (name, date of birth, address) and insurance information from the practice management system.
• Review lab orders, encounters and documents in the electronic medical record.
• Assist patient before, during and after specimen collection.
• Answer the telephone, take messages and provide routine laboratory information.

Education/Experience/Skills:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Minimum one-year related experience and/or training preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

We offer: A competitive hourly wage plus a very attractive benefits package including vacation, generous company provided benefits, and much more.

Grand River Medical Group is an independent physician owned practice located in Dubuque, IA. We provide a wide range of healthcare services from primary care to subspecialty care for adults and children. We currently employ over 300 team members who help support the practices and clinical operations of over 65 physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistant clinics, our urgent care network, and four dialysis units located in Iowa (Manchester and Dubuque) and Wisconsin (Platteville and Richland Center).

Grand River Medical Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

We welcome you to join the Lab/Xray team as a Phlebotomist . In this role, you will perform a variety of laboratory and diagnostic procedures; to include collection of blood specimens from clinic patients, processing of patient samples, same day testing on specimens obtained from clinic patients for the purpose to provide information for the diagnosis and treatment of disease. The Phlebotomist-Lab Assistant is expected to support the mission, vision, and values of Olathe Health Physicians.
Minimum Requirements:


+ High School or GED Minimum


+ Other: Attended Phlebotomy Course and Completed Clinical or Attended Medical Assistant Course or Training Preferred


+ Any Job Related Experience Preferred


+ Safety Blood Collection Equipment (Preferred proficiency)


Key Responsibilities:


+ Reviews Phlebotomy procedures and guidelines annually or when unsure of procedure and does not deviate from them. Understands priority levels, STAT, RT and ADD.


+ Properly identifies and prepares patient for sample collection. Performs veni-puncture and micro-sampling on patients of all age groups. Obtains and receives correct specimens: to include following order of draw therefore ensuring proper specimens are collected for required testing and performs any special specimen handling. Conforms to OSHA and OHSI safety standards relating to safe blood collection techniques.


+ Efficiently and accurately monitors Specimen Collection Inquiry list for performing ADD test orders, canceling orders, crediting duplicate test requests, and logging in specimens once obtained. Understands and is competent in the use of OHSI and reference lab computer system(s).


+ Routinely monitors and maintains adequate supplies necessary to ensure appropriate functioning of the laboratory. Maintains cleanliness of the laboratory, drawing rooms, and carts. Maintains laboratory equipment ensuring proper calibration and Preventive Maintenance is performed as scheduled.


Benefit Highlights:


+ Medical/Vision/Dental


+ 403b Retirement Plan with 3% company match


+ 5 days of Paid Parental/Adoption Leave


+ $5k in Adoption Assistance per child


+ Paid Sick Leave


+ Accrued PTO


+ Life Insurance


+ Employee Assistance Program


+ Voluntary Benefits, including: Life, Accidental Death or Dismemberment, Critical Illness, Long-term Disability, Short-term Disability, Hospital Indemnity, Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance


+ Collaborative professional work environment


+ Reduced cafeteria rates (OMC location only)


+ Tuition Reimbursement so you can achieve your educational goals (up to $5,250/year)


Disclosure: Benefits eligibility may vary based on position.


Why Top Talent Join Olathe Health?


Our mission is to help people through healing, health and happiness. Top performers want to be a part of something special…something with a purpose. We want the best and brightest health care professionals who are focused on providing compassionate, personalized care. And we are committed to continue to give our associates growth and developmental opportunities while providing a safe, inclusive and welcoming work environment to do their best work. We all strive to help each other as a team to deliver the best patient care possible. At Olathe Health, we believe that if we take care of our people, they will take care of everything else.


From our modest beginnings with a 30-bed hospital in 1953 to a dynamic, regional health system with more than 2,400 associates today, Olathe Health continues to grow to meet the needs of our patients and the community. The system consists of Olathe Medical Center, Inc. (OMCI), Miami County Medical Center, Inc. (MCMC), and Olathe Health Physicians, Inc. (OHPI), a large physician corporation with 38 locations. The system offers a wide range of services and specialties for individuals in all stages of life, from primary care, pediatrics and maternity care to specialties, including oncology, surgery, orthopedics, spine, cardiology, home health and hospice.


Several of our most recent honors as a system include:


+ Fortune/IBM Watson Health named OMC one of the 2021 Top 100 Hospitals.


+ The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) awarded OMC and MCMC four-star ratings in 2021.


+ One of Ingram Magazine’s “2020 Best Companies to Work for” (large employer category) and one of the “Best Hospitals in Kansas for Nurses” (according to nurse.org).


Great things are happening at Olathe Health and we would love for YOU to join our team today!

Job Title: Phlebotomist, Multi Specialty Clinic Mt. Pleasant (Full Time) (Days)
Location: Scranton, Pennsylvania
Job Category: Diagnostic Services, Phlebotomy, Lab
Schedule: Days
Work Type: Full time
Department: Laboratory Collections Team
Date Posted: 09/19/2022
Job Summary$5,000 sign on bonus for qualified applicants!

Phlebotomist II is responsible and accountable for performing a wide range of tasks to provide a specimen of highest analytical quality for testing and accurate information for the system and medical laboratories' clients. Phlebotomist II can independently perform venipunctures and skin punctures on all age groups, from neonates through adults. Phlebotomist II will obtain blood specimens, process specimens for analysis, utilize the appropriate computer systems to register patients, facilitate billing, and perform overall specimen accessioning and processing. Phlebotomist II will have interpersonal communication ability to explain the blood drawing process and to show a comforting attitude toward patients.
Job Duties

• Performs venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens according to Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
• Exhibits knowledge of adequate and correct collection requirements.
• Performs accessioning procedures appropriately and accurately to ensure positive identification of the specimens.
• Recognizes and resolves discrepancies as appropriate.
• Evaluates specimen suitability and acceptability.
• Resolves or refers problems as appropriate.
• Performs testing and records Point of Care instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control as assigned.
• Handles and replenishes reagents and supplies according to established protocols as assigned.
• Follows established reporting procedures as appropriate.
• Records and reports problems and solutions as appropriate.
• Navigates and accesses multiple computer applications as needed.
• Knows and abides by related policies and procedures including compliance policies.
• Provides phlebotomy coverage as required to Medical Group offices, skilled nursing facilities, or performs in-home phlebotomy for homebound patients.
• Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency exams required.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details

$5,000 SIGN ON INCENTIVE FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS!

As a phlebotomist, you'll support Geisinger's mission of providing exceptional patient care through innovative, efficient, and high-quality laboratory services. At Geisinger, our phlebotomists are the friendly faces that collect samples to be analyzed by our state-of-the-art labs. Supporting a varied patient population, you'll be responsible for venipunctures/skin punctures on patients in our inpatient setting.

There are many other tasks our phlebotomists complete, such as troubleshooting physician orders, processing specimens for testing, as well as aiding our patients.

We have many different skill levels in our labs, from new to experienced phlebotomists, and all skill levels are well utilized. Geisinger employs phlebotomists in roles I, II, and III. We also have numerous staff members who pursue their ASCP certification and become trainers for our department!

Phlebotomist I, II and III qualifications will be considered at appropriate compensation. Salary commensurate with experience. Experience as a nursing assistant (NA), certified nursing assistant (CNA), medical assistant (MA), certified medical assistant (CMA) or similar will be considered! Military experience will be considered. US Army 68W Combat Medic, 18D, US Navy Hospital Corpsman, US Air Force Combat Medic.

$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS!

This position offers a competitive compensation package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, fertility (including IVF) and adoption benefits, and generous PTO! Benefits start on day 1!

EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)
Certification(s) and License(s) Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body
Our Purpose & ValuesOUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.