PHLEBOTOMIST I - ODC LABORATORY

North Oaks Health System; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

North Oaks Health System in Hammond, LA seeks a Phlebotomist I for PRN - As Needed, performing venipunctures, heel-sticks, and specimen handling with professional patient care. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent; completion of an accredited phlebotomy program is preferred.

Phlebotomy experience is preferred; duties include labeling, centrifuging, and maintaining equipment and records. May rotate shifts including weekends; supports compliance and confidentiality; orientation and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Phlebotomy program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures, heel-sticks, and/or finger sticks as ordered, following procedure manuals.
• Identify, label and dispatch specimens; centrifuge specimens.
• Provide direct patient care in a caring, friendly, and professional manner.
• Follow established standards and procedures; use proper techniques and equipment.
• Maintain asepsis/ antisepsis; ensure equipment is clean and functioning.
• Dispatch specimens to appropriate department or reference lab.
• Assemble supplies and ensure reagents and supplies are within expiration dates.
• Receive work assignments; plan, organize and prioritize duties.
• Maintain required records and assist in orientation/training of new employees.
• Keep Supervisor, Coordinators, and Laboratory Director informed of needs/ concerns.
• May rotate all shifts, including weekends/holidays; may rotate to all areas.
• Engage in ongoing professional growth through education and training.
• Assist on special projects as needed; maintain confidentiality.
• Comply with North Oaks Health System’s programs and regulatory guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Accredited Phlebotomy program (preferred)

Tools

Venipuncture techniques

Job description

US:LA:Hammond | Patient Care Support | PRN - As Needed

Posted yesterday

Description

Status: PRN - As Needed

Shift: As needed hours Monday-Friday from 6:45am-5:00pm.

Exempt: No

Summary:

A Phlebotomist is the Health Care Professional that obtains blood for laboratory testing. It is a technical position requiring technical knowledge in specimen collection and processing; must be able to make sound decisions objectively. Good communication skills are required due to the close interaction with patients and all departments within the hospital and the laboratory. Possess the ability to give direct patient care in a caring, friendly, and professional manner.

Other information:

Education:
High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Completion of an accredited Phlebotomy program is preferred.

Experience/Skills:
Phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Physical Demands:
Strength: Light
Push: Frequently
Pull: Occasionally
Carry: Occasionally
Lift: Occasionally
Sit: Occasionally
Stand: Frequently
Walk: Frequently

Responsibilities:

1. Perform venipunctures, heel‑sticks, and/or finger sticks as ordered/requisitioned, following instructions in the procedure manual.

2. Identify, label and dispatch specimens received/collected. Centrifuge specimens.
3. Ability to give direct patient care in a caring, friendly, and professional manner.
4. Perform duties according to established standards and practices/procedures.
5. Use proper techniques and equipment.
6. Follow principles of asepsis and antisepsis in performing duties.
7. Assure equipment is clean and functioning properly. (Scanners, printers, pagers, lights, etc.)
8. Dispatch specimens to appropriate department or reference laboratory.
9. Assemble supplies and equipment assuring that all reagents and supplies are within acceptable expiration dates.
10. Receive work assignments.
11. Plan, organize and prioritize work duties.
12. Maintain required records.
13. Assist in orientation and training of new employees
14. Ensure that Supervisor, Coordinator(s) and Laboratory Director (if necessary) is informed and kept abreast of all needs, and concerns.
15. May rotate all shifts, including weekends and holidays. Also, may be assigned to a work area or may rotate to all areas/sections of the department.
16. Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.
17. Assist on special projects as needed by Supervisor, Coordinator(s), and/or Laboratory Director.
18. Maintain confidentiality
19. Follows North Oaks Health System’s Compliance Programs and Federal and State Regulatory guidelines.
20. Perform other duties as assigned.

PHLEBOTOMIST I - ODC LABORATORY - 13788

Posted yesterday

US:LA:Hammond | Patient Care Support | PRN - As Needed

Description

Status: PRN - As Needed

Shift: As needed hours Monday-Friday from 6:45am-5:00pm.

Exempt: No

Summary:

A Phlebotomist is the Health Care Professional that obtains blood for laboratory testing. It is a technical position requiring technical knowledge in specimen collection and processing; must be able to make sound decisions objectively. Good communication skills are required due to the close interaction with patients and all departments within the hospital and the laboratory. Possess the ability to give direct patient care in a caring, friendly, and professional manner.

Other information:

Education:
High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Completion of an accredited Phlebotomy program is preferred.

Experience/Skills:
Phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Physical Demands:
Strength: Light
Push: Frequently
Pull: Occasionally
Carry: Occasionally
Lift: Occasionally
Sit: Occasionally
Stand: Frequently
Walk: Frequently

Responsibilities:

1. Perform venipunctures, heel‑sticks, and/or finger sticks as ordered/requisitioned, following instructions in the procedure manual.

2. Identify, label and dispatch specimens received/collected. Centrifuge specimens.
3. Ability to give direct patient care in a caring, friendly, and professional manner.
4. Perform duties according to established standards and practices/procedures.
5. Use proper techniques and equipment.
6. Follow principles of asepsis and antisepsis in performing duties.
7. Assure equipment is clean and functioning properly. (Scanners, printers, pagers, lights, etc.)
8. Dispatch specimens to appropriate department or reference laboratory.
9. Assemble supplies and equipment assuring that all reagents and supplies are within acceptable expiration dates.
10. Receive work assignments.
11. Plan, organize and prioritize work duties.
12. Maintain required records.
13. Assist in orientation and training of new employees
14. Ensure that Supervisor, Coordinator(s) and Laboratory Director (if necessary) is informed and kept abreast of all needs, and concerns.
15. May rotate all shifts, including weekends and holidays. Also, may be assigned to a work area or may rotate to all areas/sections of the department.
16. Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.
17. Assist on special projects as needed by Supervisor, Coordinator(s), and/or Laboratory Director.
18. Maintain confidentiality
19. Follows North Oaks Health System’s Compliance Programs and Federal and State Regulatory guidelines.
20. Perform other duties as assigned.