Phlebotomist - Float

US Oncology Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading healthcare provider focused on delivering exceptional patient care. This role offers the opportunity to utilize your phlebotomy skills in a dynamic environment, where you will be responsible for patient specimen collection and ensuring compliance with health regulations. You will thrive in a supportive workplace that values growth and development, with a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your well-being. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and enjoy working in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k plan with company contribution

Wellness program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Free Parking

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in phlebotomy and patient care.
• High school diploma or equivalent recommended.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient charts and prepares orders for collection.
• Performs phlebotomy and maintains specimen integrity.
• Ensures compliance with regulations and maintains a clean environment.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient Care

Inventory Management

Regulatory Compliance

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

License from an Accredited School of Phlebotomy

Job description

Overview

MINNESOTA ONCOLOGY

Are you ready to take the next step in your professional journey? At Minnesota Oncology, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are constantly on the lookout for talented individuals who are passionate, driven, and eager to make a difference.

Come join this dynamic team who is passionate about providing exceptional care to our patients.

Why Work for Us?

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage
• 401k plan with company contribution
• Wellness program that rewards you for practicing a healthy lifestyle
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Program to some of your favorite retailers
• Free Parking
• Career Growth and Development
• Supportive Team and Resources

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient chart for orders and preps orders for collection. Identifies pre-authorizations or insurance flags and completes appropriate authorization procedures or consents (ABN/Waiver) prior to collection of limited coverage tests.
• Properly identifies patients for blood collection.
• Performs phlebotomy and collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
• Properly labels specimens according to regulatory policies.
• Maintain specimen integrity throughout specimen collection and processing.
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using for patient collection.
• Works with the team to ensure compliance with COLA & CLIA regulations. Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.
• Maintains a clean working environment and restocks the phlebotomy and laboratory area as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.

Qualifications

• Position requires 2 or more years’ experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent is recommended.
• License from an accredited school of phlebotomy recommended.
• Position requires traveling to multiple clinics.

Additional Attributes:

• Strong Desire to Learn
• Flexibility
• Ability to Multi-task
• Can Successfully Prioritize Tasks
• Strong Organizational Skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Self-Starter
• Ability to analyze and develop solutions to problems and issues

Salary:

$19.50 - $25.00

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination in operation and manipulation of complex laboratory equipment. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time with the use of hands to finger, handle, or feel and arms to reach or carry. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision, color perception, and hearing to normal range. Requires legible handwriting.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to blood/body fluids, chemotherapeutic agents, or transmittable infections. Direct contact with corrosive chemicals, infectious agents, handling glassware, and needles.

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.