Phlebotomist

Avera McKennan; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

PTO from day 1

Job summary

Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Phlebotomist to collect blood and other specimens for inpatients and outpatients. You will place emphasis on correct patient identification, proper collection timing, and accurate labeling while maintaining compliance with hospital policies.

You will work rotating day/evening/night shifts and weekends, with a possible $1,500 sign-on bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) ASCP certification preferred.
• Visual acuity and ability to communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Collects blood and other specimens following approved procedures.
• Identifies patients and explains collection procedures to them.
• Performs specimen handling, labeling, and transport per standards.
• Operates point-of-care testing as trained and required.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School or GED Equivalent

Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) - ASCP

Job description

Location:Avera McKennan HospitalWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$18.00 - $23.50Position HighlightsThis position may be eligible for a $1,500 sign-on bonus.Schedule:Day/Evening position with rotating shifts, including:4:00 AM – 12:30 PM8:00 AM – 4:30 PM12:00 PM – 8:30 PM2:00 PM – 10:30 PMMust be able to work all shift options.Additional Details:Rotating every 3rd weekend and holidayOccasional call requiredYou Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewPerforms venipuncture and capillary blood collection following approved techniques and policies for hospital inpatients and clinic outpatients. The Phlebotomist also organizes specimen collection requests, performs patient clinical laboratory specimen collection procedures, specimen transport, specimen processing, testing dispersal, point-of-care testing procedures, and other pre-analytic functions following established standards and practices.What you will doCollects blood and other specimen collection and processing procedures in a competent manner that does not result in the need for repeat collections or valid complaints from patients or clients.Properly identifies patients before specimen collection. Able to explain the collection procedure and provides the necessary preparation and collection instructions to patients.Completes patient registration and test order computer data entry as required by established standards and procedures.Labels, transports or stores collected specimens as directed in an accurate and timely manner.Communicates with internal and external customers in a professional and efficient manner via telephone, pager or in person.Interprets inpatient and outpatient test orders to determine appropriate collection time and specimen types to be collected.Performs selected point-of-care testing according to established standards and procedures.Assists with analysis, collection and maintenance of records as required by regulatory agencies and/or federal, state, or local law.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:High School or GED EquivalentPhlebotomy Technician (PBT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)Expectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].