Phlebotomist (36 hours per week) #4469

Reedsburg Area Medical Center; Reedsburg (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision

401(k) with match

PTO and holiday pay

Job summary

Reedsburg Area Medical Center is seeking a Phlebotomist to join our expanding lab team. The Phlebotomist initiates specimen collection and ensures proper handling for laboratory testing.

This role works 36 hours weekly with shifts starting between 5:30 AM and 1:00 PM, requiring completion of a Medical Assistant program or a six-week phlebotomy program, or a high school diploma with science emphasis and willingness to learn under supervision.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant program or phlebotomy program, or a high school diploma with science focus
• BLS certification is required or pursued with hiring
• Willingness to learn necessary skills under supervision

Responsibilities

• Initiates specimen collection for blood/body fluids for laboratory testing.
• Processes and distributes specimens to testing personnel.
• Performs uncomplicated testing procedures as directed by the position description

Skills

Phlebotomy procedures

Attention to detail

Patient care

Education

Medical Assistant program

6-week phlebotomy program

High school diploma with science focus

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

We are seeking a Phlebotomist to become part of our expanding team in our lab!

Working 36 hours per week!

Various shift times starting between 530AM -1:00 PM

Job Description:

The Phlebotomist initiates specimen collection for the acquisition of blood or body fluids to perform necessary laboratory testing. He/she processes and distributes these specimens to other personnel for the testing process and performs uncomplicated testing procedures, as directed by the position description.

Education and Training Required:

• Completion of a Medical Assistant program at an accredited school or documentation of equivalent college courses, “or” Completion of an accredited six (6) week phlebotomy program, "or" A high school diploma with emphasis on science and a willingness to learn the necessary skills during a minimum 6-week period under direct Medical Technologist supervision.

• BLS certified.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently stand and walk.

• Frequently lift/carry up to 25 pounds, while carrying a drawing tray or handling lab supplies.

• Occasionally push and pull with up to 25 pounds of force for transporting patients in wheelchairs and moving equipment.

• Occasionally bends to knees to draw patients.

• Frequently uses sense of touch to determine adequacy of site for venipuncture.

• Continuously involved in the use of levers, knobs, switches, and other manipulations.

Potential Hazards:

• OSHA Blood Borne/TB Classification Class I – Occupational exposure to blood and Other Potentially Infectious materials (OPIMs) is reasonably expected to occur in routine performance duties.

• Continual exposure to blood/body fluids and needles/syringes/sharps during specimen collection.

• Occasional exposure to chemical compounds utilized in specimen preservation.

• Occasional exposure to moving instrumentation parts.

• Occasional exposure to potentially dangerous patient situations.

Why Join RAMC?

Reedsburg Area Medical Center is nationally ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare. We offer a supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package for employees working 20+ hours per week.

Our Benefits Include:

• Health, dental, and vision
• Employer-paid life, disability, and wellness programs
• 401(k) with match
• PTO, holiday pay, and shift/weekend differentials
• Employee wellness perks like free fitness classes and massage discounts
• Recognition programs, fun team activities, and employee appreciation events