Phlebotomist - AF1851 - Bemidji

Good Samaritan Society; Bemidji, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Bemidji, MN is seeking a Phlebotomist to obtain laboratory specimens and perform testing for hospital, clinic and nursing home patients, ensuring quality results in line with regulatory standards.

You will collect blood and other specimens, document patient information accurately, follow asepsis techniques, and communicate with patients to answer questions about phlebotomy procedures. This is a full-time, day-shift role with a sign-on bonus and union affiliation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy program preferred.
• Basic knowledge of human anatomy and medical terminology.
• Phlebotomy certification (BLS) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain laboratory specimens for processing and perform testing in a professional manner.
• Collect and manage samples from patients, ensuring patient safety during collection.
• Record and document patient information accurately.
• Follow standard procedures, safety regulations and asepsis techniques.
• Communicate with patients and answer questions about phlebotomy procedures.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Phlebotomy program completion

BLS certification

Medical terminology knowledge

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: Bemidji Main Clinic
Location: Bemidji, MN
Address: 1233 34th St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $19.46 - $25.11
Pay Info: sign on bonus available
Union Position: Yes

Job Summary

Obtain laboratory specimens for processing and perform other testing in a professional manner from hospital, clinic and nursing home patients to ensure quality results in accordance with regulatory and accreditation standards. Collects and manages samples of blood and specimens from patients; ensures patient safety during the sample collection process. Records and documents patient information accurately. Follows all standard procedures and safety regulations; deploys asepsis techniques during phlebotomy procedures. Communicates with patients, collecting their health information and answering their questions regarding phlebotomy procedures.

Qualifications

High school diploma or General Educational Development Diploma (GED) required.

Previous work experience in a medical setting is beneficial. Basic knowledge of human anatomy and medical terminology.

Completion of a formal phlebotomy program, phlebotomy experience, and experience in a laboratory-related field preferred. May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0268430
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No