Phlebotomist

Kent Hospital; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to join their team. This role involves performing various phlebotomy procedures, ensuring accurate patient information, and maintaining specimen integrity. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and a Phlebotomy certification, with a passion for providing high-quality patient care. Join a reputable healthcare organization that values innovation and excellence, and be part of a team that is committed to advancing medical research and providing top-notch services to the community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and at least six months of job-related experience required.
• Phlebotomy certification required for employees hired after 2012.

Responsibilities

• Perform all forms of phlebotomy procedures including registration and specimen processing.
• Enter patient information into the hospital system and verify demographics.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient Registration

Aseptic Techniques

Data Entry

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy Certification

Job description

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Job Responsibilities

• Perform all forms of phlebotomy procedures including registration on any age level, process specimens to ensure stability, perform order entry procedures to ensure accuracy of patient/testing information, and provide all laboratory results to providers.
• Obtain blood samples by performing venipunctures, finger sticks, and heel sticks on any age level, using aseptic techniques and following established procedures.
• Enter all patient information into the hospital system, verify patient demographics, update and verify insurance, and administer ABN as needed.
• Organize and distribute workload in phlebotomy, including routine, time-specific, or stat orders, to ensure timely results to providers.
• Order tests in the computer system and contact physicians regarding test requests when necessary.
• File/Scan scripts and insurance information, and prepare reports for delivery to physicians' offices if needed.
• Prepare samples for courier pickup and/or deliver samples to the appropriate department, ensuring specimen integrity.
• Maintain inventory of supplies needed for continuous service, minimizing downtime.
• Clean and maintain phlebotomy work areas and carts following established procedures.
• Assist with training new employees.
• Perform phlebotomy at assigned locations as determined by the manager to meet departmental needs.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications and Specifications

A high school diploma and a minimum of six months of job-related experience or equivalent are required. All employees hired during or after 2012 must have Phlebotomy certification.

About Care New England Health System

Care New England and its member institutions — Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, along with our Wellness Center — are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting top specialty-trained doctors, and providing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in important health discussions.

Legal and Ethical Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employees are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the organization's ethical standards, including hospital policies, mission, vision, and values.