Phlebotomist - Emergency Relief

Job Summary

Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.

Example Of Essential Functions

• Collects the proper specimens from the patient, i.e., blood, urine, or culture according to the physician’s order, ensuring specimen integrity.
• Fulfills standard operating procedures for positive patient ID, collection, labeling, processing, and handling of appropriate specimens ensuring patient safety while maintaining customer focus.
• In the outpatient setting, enters patient demographics for registration and order entry of tests, working to resolve ambiguous or unusual test orders by contacting the appropriate medical/laboratory personnel.
• If responsible for bleeding times, meets the qualifications defined by CLIA under 42CFR493.1423 and the responsibilities under 42CFR493.1425 for moderate complexity testing personnel.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Possess the ability to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/department’s policies and procedures.
• Understanding of medical terminology desirable.

Minimum Education, Training, And Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Thirteen week phlebotomy course or 3 month military course is preferred.
• Current BLS (CPR) in compliance with site policy for new hires.
• Certification from approved phlebotomy program preferred.
• Current valid driver's license required except for Impatient areas.
• Previous phlebotomy experience preferred.

Patient Contact

• Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients in the following age groups:
• _X_Neonate (0 thru 30 days)
• _X_Infant (31 thru 12 months)
• _X_Child (13 months thru 12 years)
• _X_Adolescent (13 years thru 17 years)
• _X_Adult (18 years thru 65 years)
• _X_Geriatric (66+ years)

Physical Demands

• Sedentary - Light Work - Lifting up to 15 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes).
• While work is mostly done sitting, a certain amount of walking or standing is often necessary.
• Ergonomic Risk Factors: Repetition: Repeating the same motion over and over again places stress on the muscles and tendons. The severity of risk depends on how often the action is repeated, the speed of the movement, the required force and muscles involved.

Working Conditions

• Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Risk: Category A – WILL have exposure to blood or body fluids.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to Supervisor Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy Caring for you as you care for the CommUNITY

Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs. Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable. Hourly range: $20.25 - $27.91