Phlebotomist, Full Time, Night

Logan Regional Medical Center; Buskirk Addition (WV); Presencial; USD 32 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Logan Regional Medical Center in southern West Virginia is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform venipunctures and specimen collection, ensuring accurate labeling and documentation. You will prepare specimens for testing, maintain clean work areas, and follow infection control protocols while communicating effectively with patients.

The role requires basic phlebotomy training or a related program, with preference for acute care experience and BLS certification within policy timelines.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program preferred.
• Six months of acute care phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within facility policy timeframe.

Responsabilidades

• Performs venipunctures and capillary punctures to collect blood specimens as ordered.
• Labels, logs, and processes specimens according to laboratory protocols.
• Prepares collection trays and maintains cleanliness/restocking of work areas.
• Provides clear instructions to patients regarding collection procedures and tests.
• Documents specimen collection in the LIS.
• Assists with clerical tasks including data entry and patient records management.
• Ensures compliance with infection control and safety protocols in all patient interactions.
• Responds to inquiries from patients, staff, and departments regarding laboratory services.
• Participates in training, quality assurance, and continuing education as required.

Conhecimentos

Specimen collection

LIS data entry

Infection control

Patient communication

Detail oriented

Safety awareness

Formação académica

High school diploma

Phlebotomy training

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Description

Step into a meaningful role at Logan Regional Medical Center, a 132-bed facility located in southern West Virginia. Logan Regional is an award-winning, full-service community hospital with a history of innovation, from its one-of-a-kind Rural General Surgery residency program to its collaboration with Marshall Health Network to bring more opportunities for specialty care to the area. Logan Regional has earned the prestigious 'A' grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker’s listing of Great Community Hospitals, Forbes Inaugural Top Hospitals list, and Best-in-State hospital status from Newsweek/Statista. Consider growing your career at Logan Regional, which offers an ideal combination of high standards of care in a small, caring community.

Job Summary

The Phlebotomist is responsible for performing venipunctures and related specimen collection tasks, ensuring accurate labeling and documentation. This role involves preparing specimens for laboratory testing, maintaining work areas, and adhering to infection control protocols. The Phlebotomist interacts with patients professionally and provides accurate information regarding collection procedures.

Essential Functions

• Performs venipunctures and capillary punctures to collect blood specimens as ordered
• Properly labels, logs, and processes specimens according to laboratory protocols
• Prepares collection trays and ensures the cleanliness and restocking of work areas
• Provides clear instructions to patients regarding collection procedures and tests
• Monitors patient condition during and after specimen collection to ensure safety
• Documents specimen collection in the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
• Assists with clerical tasks including filing, data entry, and managing patient records
• Ensures compliance with infection control and safety protocols in all patient interactions
• Responds to inquiries from patients, staff, and other departments regarding laboratory services
• Participates in training, quality assurance, and continuing education as required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Knowledge of specimen collection techniques, equipment, and protocols
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient interaction
• Attention to detail for accurate labeling and documentation
• Proficiency in data entry and laboratory information systems
• Ability to handle stressful situations and provide compassionate care
• Knowledge of infection control procedures and safety standards
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs in a clinical setting

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Phlebotomy Certification preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy

Experience

• Six (6) months of acute care phlebotomy experience or one (1) year experience in outpatient lab setting preferred.
• Certain facilities may require prior laboratory experience based on operational needs, staffing models, or complexity of services provided.