Phlebotomist Part-time

About the role

The Phlebotomist is responsible for proper identification of patients, skillful performance of phlebotomy procedures, and the transport and processing of specimens. The position involves performing waived procedures unsupervised under the direction of a technologist or laboratory management.

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned pre-analytical processes including processing orders from the EMR, determining specimen requirements, and phlebotomy procedures.
• Access, input, and retrieve information from the EMR.
• Perform phlebotomy in various settings such as inpatient, outpatient, Emergency Department, nursery, Medical Outpatient, dialysis, etc.
• Phlebotomy on patients by appropriate methods, using aseptic techniques, STAT draws within 15 minutes or order, routines within seven minutes between patients. Obtain throat and nasal collections.
• Identify patients using two forms of identification, label specimens with required information, and instruct patients on proper collection procedures.
• Dispose of contaminated sharps, blood, and/or body fluids in accordance with Infection Prevention policies.
• Perform assigned analytical tests or procedures such as dip urinalysis, urine pregnancy tests, and other kit tests.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and as needed preventative maintenance according to schedule. Perform daily start-up and function checks before patient specimen testing.
• Report test results to authorized personnel, store completed specimens properly, and perform instrument shutdown.
• Maintain accurate records of quality control policies and recognize out-of-control results, notifying supervisory personnel.
• Maintain adequate supplies in phlebotomy outpatient areas and on trays, and order supplies.
• Train new phlebotomists and other medical personnel in phlebotomy.
• Answer the phone professionally and provide requested information.
• Able to work extra during staff shortages or until workload is complete. May include working shifts other than that currently scheduled.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation, organize and prioritize work during both heavy and light workload situations.
• Use computer software applicable to the department and Beloit Health System.
• Interact in a positive, responsible, and cooperative manner with patients, physicians, co-workers, and managers.
• Maintain a safe work environment for self and others. Attend mandatory safety training sessions and adhere to Beloit Health System and OSHA safety requirements.
• Ensure security of Patient Health Information (PHI). Maintain confidentiality of all patient and employee information and records, Beloit Health System financial information and business practices.
• Maintain acceptable levels of initiative and productivity.
• Abide by Attendance policy for absences and tardiness.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Certification as a phlebotomist desirable.
• Ability to work independently and react calmly and effectively, and move at a fast pace to meet deadlines for emergency procedures.
• Ability to interact positively with physicians, nursing staff, and clientele.
• Knowledge and ability to maintain safety precautions while using equipment and performing daily laboratory procedures.
• Current CPR certification (re-certification required every two years).
• Critical thinking skills using logic and reasoning.
• Development of working relationships with direct coworkers and other department staff, and maintaining them over time.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Certification as a phlebotomist desirable.

Skills

• Computer software proficiency applicable to the department and Beloit Health System.
• Positive, responsible, and cooperative interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and react calmly and effectively.
• Ability to interact positively with physicians, nursing staff, and clientele.
• Knowledge and ability to maintain safety precautions while using equipment and performing daily laboratory procedures.
• Current CPR certification (re-certification required every two years).
• Critical thinking skills using logic and reasoning.

Benefits

Beloit Health System offers benefits eligible status.

Pay

$16.75 - $25.13 per hour

Schedule

Varied start time (Between 4a and 8:30a)

Hours per week

32