Phlebotomist
Avera, Sioux Falls, SD, United States
Location:
Avera Acute Care Dawley Farm
Worker Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Afternoon Shift (United States of America)
Hours:
Monday - Friday from 5PM - 9PM.
Pay Range:
$18.00 - $23.50
Sign-On Bonus:
$1,500 sign on bonus (eligible)
Phlebotomy Experience:
required
A Brief Overview
Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection following approved techniques and policies for hospital inpatients and clinic outpatients. The Phlebotomist also organizes specimen collection requests, performs patient clinical laboratory specimen collection procedures, specimen transport, specimen processing, testing dispersal, point-of-care testing procedures, and other pre-analytic functions following established standards and practices.
Key Responsibilities
Collects blood and other specimen collection and processing procedures in a competent manner that does not result in the need for repeat collections or valid complaints from patients or clients.
Properly identifies patients before specimen collection; explains the collection procedure and provides the necessary preparation and collection instructions.
Completes patient registration and test order computer data entry as required by established standards and procedures.
Labels, transports or stores collected specimens as directed in an accurate and timely manner.
Communicates with internal and external customers in a professional and efficient manner via telephone, pager or in person.
Interprets inpatient and outpatient test orders to determine appropriate collection time and specimen types to be collected.
Performs selected point-of-care testing according to established standards and procedures.
Assists with analysis, collection and maintenance of records as required by regulatory agencies and/or federal, state, or local law.
Essential Qualifications
Must be able to work the specified hours and physically perform required duties, including visual acuity and effective communication. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions, provided no undue hardship to employer.
Preferred Education & Certifications
High School or GED Equivalent
Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Expectations and Standards
Commit to the daily application of the organization’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles.
Promote values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
Uphold standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement.
Maintain confidentiality.
Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating workflow with other team members.
Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other protected categories. The organization is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and to providing reasonable accommodations for employees or applicants with disabilities.
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Avera Acute Care Dawley Farm
Worker Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Afternoon Shift (United States of America)
Hours:
Monday - Friday from 5PM - 9PM.
Pay Range:
$18.00 - $23.50
Sign-On Bonus:
$1,500 sign on bonus (eligible)
Phlebotomy Experience:
required
A Brief Overview
Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection following approved techniques and policies for hospital inpatients and clinic outpatients. The Phlebotomist also organizes specimen collection requests, performs patient clinical laboratory specimen collection procedures, specimen transport, specimen processing, testing dispersal, point-of-care testing procedures, and other pre-analytic functions following established standards and practices.
Key Responsibilities
Collects blood and other specimen collection and processing procedures in a competent manner that does not result in the need for repeat collections or valid complaints from patients or clients.
Properly identifies patients before specimen collection; explains the collection procedure and provides the necessary preparation and collection instructions.
Completes patient registration and test order computer data entry as required by established standards and procedures.
Labels, transports or stores collected specimens as directed in an accurate and timely manner.
Communicates with internal and external customers in a professional and efficient manner via telephone, pager or in person.
Interprets inpatient and outpatient test orders to determine appropriate collection time and specimen types to be collected.
Performs selected point-of-care testing according to established standards and procedures.
Assists with analysis, collection and maintenance of records as required by regulatory agencies and/or federal, state, or local law.
Essential Qualifications
Must be able to work the specified hours and physically perform required duties, including visual acuity and effective communication. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions, provided no undue hardship to employer.
Preferred Education & Certifications
High School or GED Equivalent
Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Expectations and Standards
Commit to the daily application of the organization’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles.
Promote values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
Uphold standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement.
Maintain confidentiality.
Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating workflow with other team members.
Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other protected categories. The organization is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and to providing reasonable accommodations for employees or applicants with disabilities.
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