Phlebotomist-Laboratory-Methodist

UnityPoint Health; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to patient-centered care. This role as a phlebotomist involves collecting blood specimens and ensuring their accurate labeling and delivery. With a focus on quality improvement and exceptional service, you'll be part of a team that values your contributions. Enjoy a supportive work environment that offers competitive benefits, including paid time off and health insurance. If you're passionate about making a difference and growing your career in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off

401K matching

Employee recognition program

Dental and health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Successful completion of a phlebotomy course preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtains blood specimens from various patient groups.
• Labels specimens according to standards and adheres to work processes.
• Provides excellent customer service and interacts with nursing units.

Skills

Blood specimen collection

Customer service

LEAN principles

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy course

Job description

• Area of Interest: Laboratory
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
• Department: Laboratory - Meth
• Shift: M-F 4a-1230p, no weekends, rotating holidays
• Job ID: 163207

OverviewEmployee must support the mission of UnityPoint Health - Des Moines and the vision of the Laboratory by demonstrating a strong commitment to Personal and Service Excellence and CORE Values. Under the leadership of the Laboratory Supervisor, this position delivers clinical and non-clinical services to support patient-centered care. The phlebotomist is responsible for timely, accurate, and efficient blood specimen collection, contributing directly to patient care and experience. Laboratory data from blood specimens are used extensively for diagnostic and treatment purposes.
Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We are proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, regardless of your life stage. Here are some highlights:

• Paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching, and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability, and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to further your career, and adoption assistance to help grow your family.

We foster a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, embracing our differences and commonalities.

We believe supporting your development is key to an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

ResponsibilitiesObtains adequate blood specimens from all patient groups, including inpatients (obstetric, medical/surgical, mental health, oncology, rehabilitation, renal, neurological), outpatients, emergency care, and non-patient services (physician clinics, wellness/fitness, environmental monitoring, pediatric). Labels all specimens according to standards. Supports LEAN principles of one-piece flow and first-in-first-out when delivering samples to the laboratory. Adheres to standard work processes and meets productivity standards. Exercises judgment to determine work priorities. Interacts with nursing units and clients to clarify critical priorities and verify discrepancies, including judging specimen acceptability and canceling tests as needed. Implements continuous quality improvement by exemplifying professionalism, compassion, and cooperation, providing excellent customer service.
QualificationsEDUCATION: Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English. Preferred: Successful completion of a phlebotomy course. PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE: Not required. EOE M/F/V/D