Phlebotomist - AF1851 - Bemidji

Confidential; Walker (MN); On-site; USD 55,662,000 - 71,951,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work-life balance benefits

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Bemidji, MN is seeking a full-time Phlebotomist to obtain specimens and perform testing with accuracy and safety. You will collect blood and other samples from patients at hospital, clinic, and nursing home sites, document patient information, and follow asepsis and safety protocols.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED; completion of a phlebotomy program is preferred, along with prior hospital or lab experience and BLS certification if required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 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.

Responsibilities

• Obtain laboratory specimens for processing and perform tests in a professional manner.
• Collect blood and specimen samples from hospital, clinic and nursing home patients.
• Record and document patient information accurately.
• Follow procedures and safety regulations; apply asepsis techniques during phlebotomy.
• Communicate with patients and answer questions about phlebotomy procedures.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Patient communication

Blood collection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Phlebotomy program completion

Tools

Phlebotomy equipment familiarity

Job description

Careers With PurposeSanford 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 Medical CenterLocation: Bemidji, MNAddress: 1300 Anne St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USAShift: VariesJob Schedule: Full timeWeekly Hours: 40.00Salary Range: $19.46 - $25.11Pay Info: sign on bonus availableUnion 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

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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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-Job Function: Allied HealthFeatured: No