Phlebotomist

Research Medical Center; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Education assistance

Time away from work

Life and disability

Job summary

Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Phlebotomist for night shifts to join our laboratory team. You will perform phlebotomy procedures, transport specimens, prepare supplies, verify patient identity, and maintain accurate records in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, a national phlebotomy certification (ASCP or NCA), and 2 years of phlebotomy experience, preferably in a large hospital lab, with meticulous attention to detail

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy certification by ASCP and/or NCA required.
• At least 2 years of phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience in a large hospital laboratory highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy procedures and transports laboratory specimens.
• Draws blood from patients for analysis or other medical purposes.
• Assembles equipment (tourniquet, needles, tubes, gauze) for tests.
• Verifies patient identity and communicates procedures to patients.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification (ASCP/NCA)

Job description

Introduction

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Phlebotomist with Research Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Research Medical Center family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Phlebotomist to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!

Schedule: NIGHTS 10PM-6:30AM (2200-0630), ROTATING WEEKENDS.

Job Summary and Qualifications

• Under the supervision of the Section Manager and/or LST Coordinator performs phlebotomy procedures and transports laboratory specimens
• Draws blood from patients for analysis or other medical purposes
• Assembles equipment, such as tourniquet, needles, disposable containers for needles, blood collection tubes, gauze, cotton, and alcohol on work tray according to requirements for specified tests
• Verifies and records patient identity and converses with patient to explain procedures and allay fear of procedure
• Assists with clerical duties including data entry and report distribution
• Demonstrates professional work habits and positive interpersonal skills
• Must be able to follow prescribed procedures for patient safety and satisfaction including following guidelines set by Research Medical Center and Joint Commission

• High School Graduate / GED required
• Phlebotomy certification by ASCP and/or NCA required
• At Least 2 years Phlebotomy experience preferred
• Phlebotomy experience in a large hospital laboratory highly desired
• Attention to detail and ability to work with a low error rate
• Ability to verbally communicate effectively
• Must be able to maintain 32 collections in 8 hours

Benefits

Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Research Medical Center is a 585+ bed hospital. Our hospital offers an array of medical and health clinic services. This includes womens services offering obstetrics and fertility, an emergency room, and a trauma center. We offer a Stroke Center, a walk-in clinic, and orthopedics across three Kansas City locations. Our specialty care areas include a Chest Pain Center, Level I Trauma Center, Breast Care Center, Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Programs, and Primary Stroke Center. We are one of 10 HCA Midwest Health hospitals in Kansas City and surrounding areas

Research Psychiatric Center is a 95+ bed facility. We offer acute inpatient, day treatment, and community-based outpatient behavioral healthcare. We treat adolescents, adults, and senior adults for emotional disorders, mental illness, and substance abuse. Our professional staff includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed professional counselors. We are committed to delivering our patients skilled compassionate care regardless of age or circumstance.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."
- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Phlebotomist PRN opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.