Patient Care Technician/Phlebotomist - MUSC Lancaster ER

Medical University of South Carolina; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

South Carolina State Health Insurance

State Retirement

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Medical University of South CarolinaLancaster Medical Center Emergency Room is seeking a Phlebotomist to join the team. The role involves collecting blood samples from patients of all ages, verifying records and preparing specimens for lab analysis under RN supervision.

Education includes a high school degree or GED; completion of an accredited phlebotomy certificate course is preferred, with BLS required and phlebotomy certification preferred. Equal opportunity employer; E-Verify participation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Accredited Phlebotomy Certificate Course preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; phlebotomy certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Access patient requisitions/labels and collect blood samples from patients of all ages.
• Draws and collects blood samples, verifies records and prepares specimens for analysis.
• May perform finger sticks and routine duties under supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Phlebotomy Certificate Course

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are always looking for ways to improve the care we offer our patients and community. MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center Emergency Room is looking for a phlebotomist to join our Emergency Room TEAM.

Why Join MUSC Health?

• South Carolina State Health Insurance and State Retirement Largest network of healthcare providers in the state. Fully vested after 8 years of service.
• Paid Parental Leave eligible for up to 6 weeks paid

Hours: 3-12 hour shifts per a week

The Patient Care Technician-Phlebotomist access patient requisitions/labels, collect samples of blood from patients of all ages in a timely manner and keep work flow at a smooth pace. Draws and collects blood samples from patients, verifies records and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis. May prick finger to draw blood. Can also perform routine duties within the limits of training and certification in caring for the hospitalized patient. The care is rendered under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Performs other duties related to the work described herein.

Additional Job Description

Education: High School Degree or GED is required. Completion of an Accredited Phlebotomy Certificate Course is preferred

Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) with the American Heart Association (AHA) is required. Phlebotomy certification is preferred

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees