LAB - Phlebotomist 3rd Shift - 36 hrs/wk, 3rd shift

International Executive Service Corps; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to perform essential duties in a fast-paced environment. This role involves collecting and processing blood samples while ensuring compliance with health regulations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills, providing excellent patient care and maintaining specimen integrity. Join a supportive team that values professionalism and service excellence, making a difference in patient outcomes. This position offers a signing bonus for those committing to full-time hours, making it an attractive opportunity for skilled professionals.

Benefits

Signing Bonus

Health Insurance

Flexible Scheduling

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, prioritizing tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day phlebotomy duties following federal and state regulations.
• Obtain and label specimens accurately while ensuring quality and integrity.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Associate’s Degree in Allied Health

Job description

NOTE: The $3,500 signing bonus is limited to 30+ hours per week with an 18 month commitment to BVHS, restrictions apply. Current associates and PRN status are not eligible for this bonus.

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION

Performs the day-to-day phlebotomy duties in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations and as may be directed by the Laboratory Director.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Duty 1: Is well organized and uses systematic approach to all areas of work while courteously and informatively receiving the patients. Continues with this organized and systematic process even during the busy periods. Follows instructions with little or no follow-up supervision.
2. Duty 2: Consistently obtains the proper specimens, verifies patient’s identity by name and date of birth, and properly labels specimens. Understands importance of quality specimen integrity and its direct effects on the quality of tests results and patient care. Where Applicable, and with appropriate training, accurately perform EKGs.
3. Duty 3: Uses good judgment when procuring specimens from difficult patients or unusual circumstances as well as when handling unusual requests for laboratory requests. Documents in computer system any deviation from standard procedure.
4. Duty 4: Correctly prioritizes the collection and delivery of stats, urgents, timed orders, and routine orders to the laboratory.
5. Duty 5: Properly maintains and obtains phlebotomy items for blood collection on their phlebotomy tray and/or outpatient laboratory. Understands the need for neatness.
6. Duty 6: Correctly monitors and uses computer system by monitoring collection batches, outstanding specimen reports, enter/edit requisitions routine and removal and monitoring labels on printers in lab office. Also monitors timed orders board.
7. Duty 7: Understands importance of professionalism of the phlebotomist and need to exemplify a positive attitude as laboratory’s public relations provider. Understands patient’s confidentiality rights.
8. Duty 8: Communication and actions with customers reflect BVHA scripting and Service Excellence attributes meeting customer’s needs in timely manner, proper phone skills, and listening skills. Interacts well with patients. Interacts well with physicians and other professionals both inside and outside the lab. Properly instructs outpatients on specimen collection.
9. Duty 9: Understands that they must demonstrate knowledge and skills to provide appropriate care relative to the age specific needs of the patient. Understands that they must comply with all organizational and safety policies, practices and procedures of BVHA.
10. Duty 10: Is punctual and is present when scheduled. Adheres to attendance policy – please document absences, occurrences and tardiness.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. High school graduate or GED equivalent.
2. Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills.
3. Individual must be organized, able to prioritize, work in a fast pace environment and have excellent problem solving skills.
4. Individual must be customer focused, service oriented and be able to communicate effectively both orally and in written form.
5. Individual must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
6. Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Knowledge of clinical or anatomical laboratory functions, medical terminology or science background.
2. Associate’s degree in an Allied Health field.
3. Experience preferred.
4. PBT (ASCP) registration.
5. Completion of a regionally accredited phlebotomy certificate program.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent walking, lifting, bending, climbing, squatting, kneeling, twisting, sitting and standing. The associate will be required to walk, bend, and stand from 34-66% of a shift. The individual must be able to lift twenty to fifty pounds and reach work above the shoulders. This associate must have excellent eye-hand coordination, finger dexterity and the ability to grasp different items. The associate must be able to visualize patient veins and hear audible alarms. This position requires the associate to work at a high rate of speed. Must be able to drive from various locations.

This position is classified “at risk” for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)