Nurse, Health Screener-- St. Louis, MO

Quest Diagnostics; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

A diagnostic testing company in St. Louis is seeking a Nurse, Health Screener for a part-time position. The role involves conducting health screenings and maintaining records while ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Candidates should have some college courses and preferably experience in a healthcare setting. Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of healthcare experience in a professional setting preferred.
• Meet State Licensure Requirements, If Applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform biometric screening at client sites.
• Provide exceptional customer service at all health screenings.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with safety policies.

Skills

Proficient with finger sticks

Customer service skills

Basic computer skills

Verbal communication skills

Education

Some College Courses

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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This is an independent contractor (1099) position with the possibility of converting to a W2 per diem employee after meeting certain criteria.

Overview

The primary responsibility of the Health Screener is to provide coverage in the field ensuring that health screenings are completed accurately and on time. Maintain a safe and professional environment for clients and employees; perform with confidence all aspects of a health screening, including specimen collection and processing duties following established practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform biometric screening at client sites including finger stick blood collection, BMI, blood pressure and other health screening services based on service package
• Performs basic waived testing technical procedures on blood samples and completes required quality control
• Provide exceptional customer service at all health screenings
• Maintains accurate, complete, and legible records
• Participates in training/retraining and continuing education programs as necessary
• Complies with all designated safety policies and procedures in the work area, including the use of applicable protective equipment when necessary to prevent exposure to potentially infectious agents
• Understands and complies with applicable federal, state and local laws. Adheres to quality assurance procedures and good manufacturing practices
• Maintain all HIPAA and OSHA standards while on events
• Performs other related duties as necessary

Qualifications

Required Work Experience: N/A

Preferred Work Experience: At least 1 year of healthcare experience in a professional setting preferred

Physical And Mental Requirements

• Lift light to moderately heavy objects. The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects. Objects in the weight range of 1 to 15 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects in the weight range of 16 to 40 pounds may be lifted and carried occasionally. Objects exceeding 41 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance
• Requires use of phone and PC
• Fine dexterity with hands/steadiness
• Handling stress & emotions
• Concentrating on tasks
• Making decisions
• Adjusting to change
• Examining/observing details
• Sitting or standing for long periods at a time
• Position requires travel

Knowledge

Must be knowledgeable of required regulations and comply with them

Skills

• Proficient with finger sticks and manual blood pressure
• Ability to understand and perform complex procedures and techniques and work with complex instrumentation (Cholestech and/ or Cardio Check experience preferred)
• Skills required for proper specimen and reagent handling, labeling, processing, preparation, transportation, and storage necessary
• Excellent customer service internally and externally
• Possess good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read, understand and follow detailed procedures
• Basic computer skills necessary including access to internet / email
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Outlook, and Excel

Education

Some College Courses (Required)

License Certifications

Meet State Licensure Requirements, If Applicable. (Required)

About the Team

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories