Phlebotomist

West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital is looking for a dedicated individual to obtain laboratory specimens while providing exceptional customer service. Working under the supervision of the Clinical Laboratory Director, you'll ensure adherence to the hospital’s mission and values.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and CPR Certification is required within four weeks of employment. A minimum of one year of phlebotomy experience is preferred, alongside excellent multitasking abilities.

Qualifications

• CPR Certification within 4 weeks of start date.
• Must maintain an active CPR license at all times while at work.
• Minimum of one-year phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain laboratory specimens.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Implement hospital's mission, goals, and objectives.

Skills

Excellent customer service skills

Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and insurance regulations

Ability to multi-task and work at a fast pace

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

General Function

Job duties include but are not limited to: Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Laboratory Director, Assistant Laboratory Director, Administrative Medical Technologist and/or section supervisors, obtains laboratory specimens while providing excellent customer service. Implements the hospital’s mission, goals, and objectives and exemplifies the vision, values and goals of the department and hospital by providing exceptional professional clinical laboratory science services.

Position Specifications

Educational Requirements

1. High School diploma or equivalent
2. National Certification preferred but not required

Experience Requirements

1. Minimum of one-year phlebotomy experience preferred but not required
2. Previous admissions experience preferred but not required
3. Experience with computers preferred but not required
4. Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and insurance regulations preferred but not required

Special Requirements

1. CPR Certification within 4 weeks of start date. Must maintain an active CPR license at all times while at work.
2. Excellent customer service skills
3. Must walk up and down two flights of stairs carrying a phlebotomy tray
4. Medium lifting- generally up to 50 lbs.
5. Must be able to multi-task and work at a fast pace.
6. Work alternating shifts, holidays and weekends.

Job Hazards

• Potential for blood and body fluid, noise, chemical, odor and gas exposures
• Potential for increased stress levels
• Physical injury/verbal abuse from out of control patients