Phlebotomist (Laboratory Technical Assistant) - Lab - Bozeman
Billings Clinic, Bozeman, MT, United States
Phlebotomist (Laboratory Technical Assistant) - Lab - Bozeman
About Us
Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not‑for‑profit, Physician‑led health system based in Billings with more than 4,700 employees, including over 550 physicians and non‑physician providers. Our integrated organization consists of a multi‑specialty group practice and a 304‑bed hospital.
Your Benefits
We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all full‑ and part‑time employees (minimum of 20 hours/week), including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, employee wellness program, and more.
Magnet: Commitment to Nursing Excellence
Billings Clinic is a Magnet‑designated organization, recognized nationally for nursing excellence.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
All new employees must complete several pre‑employment requirements prior to starting.
Shift:
Day
Employment Status:
Full‑Time (.75 or greater)
Hours per Pay Period:
1.00 = 80 hours every two weeks (Non‑Exempt)
Starting Wage:
DOE
Essential Job Functions
Supports and models behaviors consistent with Billings Clinic’s mission, vision, values, code of business conduct and service expectations.
Processes and accessions samples according to established policies and procedures.
Assists with inventory management including stocking, ordering and monitoring to ensure adequate supplies within the assigned section of the laboratory.
Performs waived laboratory testing and specimen processing within scope of practice.
Provides administrative/clerical support for the departments including maintaining accurate record systems, requisitions, quality control data, patient results, and workflow documentation.
Assists pathologists and physicians with specimen collection, preparation of bone marrow specimens or fine‑needle procedures, slide preparation, specimen integrity, and disposal according to procedure.
Answers multi‑line telephones and responds to the majority of all incoming calls before transferring to alternate resources.
Facilitates result reporting; results may be called to physician’s office, faxed or mailed depending on orders and situation.
Monitors all label printers and fax machines for incoming orders; responsible for ensuring printers and faxes are maintained in good working order.
Checks and verifies the integrity/quality of specimens to ensure appropriate specimen volumes and packaging; initiates follow‑up action when necessary.
Coordinates specimen mail‑outs to reference laboratories, selecting appropriate reference labs and tracking transportation modes.
Maintains inventory management including order entry in Lawson, stocking and monitoring to ensure adequate supplies for all laboratory areas.
Dispatches and monitors the phlebotomy staff to maintain efficient response and turnaround times on hospital specimen orders.
Receives specimens from the laboratory runners, phlebotomy staff, pneumatic tube system and external clients; initiates specimen preparation and processing.
Responsible for set‑up, basic maintenance and records of work stations; cleaning and maintenance of staining stations, imagers, refrigerators, freezers, centrifuges, and other equipment.
Performs all other duties as assigned or as needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
High school graduate or equivalent.
Advanced education in science, chemistry and mathematics through college‑level courses preferred.
Experience
Prior laboratory or health care experience preferred.
Billings Clinic is committed to being an inclusive and welcoming employer that strives to be kind, safe, and courageous in all we do. As an equal opportunity employer, our policies and processes are designed to achieve fair and equitable treatment of all employees and job applicants. All employees and job applicants will be provided the same treatment in all aspects of the employment relationship, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, and/or disability. To ensure we provide an accessible candidate experience for prospective employees, please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.
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About Us
Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not‑for‑profit, Physician‑led health system based in Billings with more than 4,700 employees, including over 550 physicians and non‑physician providers. Our integrated organization consists of a multi‑specialty group practice and a 304‑bed hospital.
Your Benefits
We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all full‑ and part‑time employees (minimum of 20 hours/week), including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, employee wellness program, and more.
Magnet: Commitment to Nursing Excellence
Billings Clinic is a Magnet‑designated organization, recognized nationally for nursing excellence.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
All new employees must complete several pre‑employment requirements prior to starting.
Shift:
Day
Employment Status:
Full‑Time (.75 or greater)
Hours per Pay Period:
1.00 = 80 hours every two weeks (Non‑Exempt)
Starting Wage:
DOE
Essential Job Functions
Supports and models behaviors consistent with Billings Clinic’s mission, vision, values, code of business conduct and service expectations.
Processes and accessions samples according to established policies and procedures.
Assists with inventory management including stocking, ordering and monitoring to ensure adequate supplies within the assigned section of the laboratory.
Performs waived laboratory testing and specimen processing within scope of practice.
Provides administrative/clerical support for the departments including maintaining accurate record systems, requisitions, quality control data, patient results, and workflow documentation.
Assists pathologists and physicians with specimen collection, preparation of bone marrow specimens or fine‑needle procedures, slide preparation, specimen integrity, and disposal according to procedure.
Answers multi‑line telephones and responds to the majority of all incoming calls before transferring to alternate resources.
Facilitates result reporting; results may be called to physician’s office, faxed or mailed depending on orders and situation.
Monitors all label printers and fax machines for incoming orders; responsible for ensuring printers and faxes are maintained in good working order.
Checks and verifies the integrity/quality of specimens to ensure appropriate specimen volumes and packaging; initiates follow‑up action when necessary.
Coordinates specimen mail‑outs to reference laboratories, selecting appropriate reference labs and tracking transportation modes.
Maintains inventory management including order entry in Lawson, stocking and monitoring to ensure adequate supplies for all laboratory areas.
Dispatches and monitors the phlebotomy staff to maintain efficient response and turnaround times on hospital specimen orders.
Receives specimens from the laboratory runners, phlebotomy staff, pneumatic tube system and external clients; initiates specimen preparation and processing.
Responsible for set‑up, basic maintenance and records of work stations; cleaning and maintenance of staining stations, imagers, refrigerators, freezers, centrifuges, and other equipment.
Performs all other duties as assigned or as needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
High school graduate or equivalent.
Advanced education in science, chemistry and mathematics through college‑level courses preferred.
Experience
Prior laboratory or health care experience preferred.
Billings Clinic is committed to being an inclusive and welcoming employer that strives to be kind, safe, and courageous in all we do. As an equal opportunity employer, our policies and processes are designed to achieve fair and equitable treatment of all employees and job applicants. All employees and job applicants will be provided the same treatment in all aspects of the employment relationship, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, and/or disability. To ensure we provide an accessible candidate experience for prospective employees, please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.
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