MH Phlebotomist

Brown University Health; Morton (IL); In loco; USD 28.000 - 40.000; Tempo pieno

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Union: 1199 Seiu United Healthcare

Descrizione del lavoro

Brown University Health is hiring a phlebotomist to perform routine and specialized blood draws and specimen processing at Morton Hospital in Taunton, MA. You will collect nasal swabs, verify specimen quality, and adhere to universal precautions while delivering compassionate patient care.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and ongoing professional development within a hospital setting. A phlebotomy diploma or related training is preferred, with a commitment to patient comfort and safety.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of phlebotomy course with diploma preferred.

Mansioni

• Obtains and processes specimens for laboratory testing and collects nasal swabs according to procedures.
• Applies basic and special procedures in relation to anatomy, physiology, and specimen handling.
• Ensures accuracy of test specimens and safety protocols; uses proper quality control.

Conoscenze

Phlebotomy

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Formazione

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy Certificate

Descrizione del lavoro

SUMMARY:

Performs, under minimal supervision, routine and specialized testing on patient specimens to obtain information used in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Obtains and processes specimens for laboratory testing according to department/section policy and procedures, collection of nasal swabs. Verifies accuracy of test specimen before testing.
• Applies the principles of basic and special procedures in regard to anatomy and physiology, specimen collection and specimen processing and handling.
• Has knowledge of fundamental biological characteristics, medical terminology, safety measures and infection control.
• Selects equipment, methods, appropriate Quality Control, and site for blood collection according to established procedures
• Prepares equipment and patient according to established procedures.
• Evaluates patient situation and specimen appropriateness to check for possible source error, inconsistencies, and to take corrective action according to predetermined criteria.
• Consistently practices universal precautions.
• Successful in 95% of the venipunctures
• Responds appropriately to calls. Arrives at the area requesting bloodwork within 10 minutes

Quality:

• Is part of a team effort to ensure quality services.
• Offers creative solutions or alternatives to issues or concerns.
• Produces quality results.
• Continually strives to improve the quality of work.
• Accepts responsibility for all work performed and takes appropriate corrective action as needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience working as a phlebotomist or in a related healthcare role preferred.
• Must possess the interpersonal skills necessary to interact with patients and their families as well as nursing and physician staff with kindness and empathy.
• Is responsible for ongoing development of his/her work skills through the use of available resources (i.e.: in-services, formal educational programs, other work groups and on-the-job training).
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and in-services and/or reviews documentation as required.
• Assists in the orientation of others and actively participates in mentoring.
• Performs analytical and decision-making functions with minimal supervision.
• Recognizes and seeks assistance/consultation when appropriate.
• Demonstrates an understanding of relative Hospital and all-departmental policies and procedures including safety issues.
• Possesses awareness of programs/services provided by Hospital and where they are located.
• Is cooperative in interactions, treating customers with courtesy, respect and compassion.
• Is patient when responding to questions and answers questions appropriately.
• Responds to requests in a timely manner.
• Handles interruptions in a skillful way.
• Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Strives to prevent/resolve customer concerns to the customer's satisfaction.

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent related experience
• Completion of phlebotomy course with diploma preferred.

Pay Range:

$20.01-$29.21

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Morton Hospital - 88 Washington Street Taunton, Massachusetts 02780

Work Type:

24hr Weekly Days EOW/EOH

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East