Emergency Department Phlebotomist - FT - Germantown - M-F 3pm - 11pm

1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals; Germantown (TN); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Methodist Le Bonheur is seeking a Phlebotomist to draw venous, arterial, and micro blood specimens from inpatients and outpatients, transport specimens, and return results to patient areas.

The role requires precision in venipuncture procedures, strong communication, and adherence to safety and quality standards within a hospital laboratory environment.

Formación

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Phlebotomy training preferred (technical degree/diploma).
• Substitutions allowed: six months of work experience in lieu of phlebotomy training.

Responsabilidades

• Performs standard venipuncture procedures in the laboratory.
• Demonstrates accuracy and precision in procedures.
• Maintains an organized, neat work environment.
• Demonstrates conscientiousness about materials and equipment care.
• Communicates effectively with associates, patients, and physicians.
• Ensures timely coordination of patient care communications with lab staff.
• Participates in quality monitoring to meet hospital and quality standards.
• Adapts to department and hospital policies and changes.

Conocimientos

Venipuncture

Arterial punctures

Arithmetic

Written instructions

Verbal communication

Task organization

Educación

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Phlebotomy Diploma/Technical Training

Six months substitute experience

Descripción del empleo

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid‑South.

The Phlebotomist is responsible for drawing venous, arterial, and micro blood specimens from inpatients and outpatients, transporting specimens and test requests to the laboratory and returning completed test results to patient areas.

The incumbent is responsible for performing standard laboratory venipuncture procedures for assigned patients.

Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview The Phlebotomist is responsible for drawing venous, arterial, and micro blood specimens from inpatients and outpatients, transporting specimens and test requests to the laboratory and returning completed test results to patient areas. The incumbent is responsible for performing standard laboratory venipuncture procedures for assigned patients. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Performs, within acceptable limits, the standard venipuncture procedures in the laboratory
• Demonstrates accuracy and precision in performing procedures.
• Demonstrates effective customer relations, promotes a positive work environment, and contributes to the overall team effort.
• Maintains an organized and neat environment in the work place.
• Demonstrates conscientiousness about materials and care of equipment.
• Maintains organization, accuracy, and precision in stressful circumstances.
• Promotes professional practice of all associates in the laboratory.
• Recognizes and reacts appropriate to environmental safety factors related to patient care.
• Ensures that patient care or department related communications are coordinated among all lab associates.
• Participates in quality monitoring and evaluation and implements measures to ensure hospital, DNV, and other quality standards are met.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self-development and enhancement of professional competency.
• Understands, applies, and supports departmental/hospital policies, procedures, and standards.
• Adheres to the laboratory policy for dress code.
• Demonstrates an attitude of adaptability and willingness to change.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Required - Technical Degree or Diploma Phlebotomy Preferred
• Substitutions allowed: In lieu of phlebotomy training course, must have at least six months of work experience.

Work Experience Requirements

• Preferred - No prior work experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skilled in performing venipuncture and arterial punctures.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Ability to communicate verbally with associates, patients, and physicians.
• Ability to organize tasks and maintain control of work flow.

Supervision Provided by this Position

There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this job.

Physical Demands

• Invasive and non-invasive patient contact throughout the shift.
• Exposure to patient body fluids.
• Must be able to react quickly in emergency situations.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate both orally and written to other individuals.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 25 lbs. periodically throughout the shift.
• Must be able to stand, walk, climb stairs, sit in one place, squat and kneel periodically throughout shift.
• Must be able to reach, bend, and twist periodically throughout shift.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• Use of hands for gripping and squeezing, as well as repetitive hand to wrist motion.
• Must have good hand-eye coordination.
• Normal eye-motor coordination, manual dexterity and visual perception.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living.

We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

Within any role at Methodist Le Bonheur, you can play a rewarding and fulfilling part in helping us provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate care to the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

Our goal is to improve every life we touch, including our Associates.

For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South, and we value the dedicated individuals who play such a crucial role in helping us fulfill our mission.

With Methodist Le Bonheur, you’ll be recognized and rewarded, treated with respect and given many opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career. Because we’re not at our best until you are at yours.