Phlebotomist II

Medical University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a phlebotomist (PRN) to collect venous and capillary specimens in multiple inpatient and outpatient settings, perform bedside testing, and manage LIS functions.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of phlebotomy experience; internal candidates may advance with career ladder opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year phlebotomy experience required.

Responsibilities

• Collect venous and capillary specimens according to SOP and aseptic technique.
• Perform bedside testing and LIS functions.
• Provide instruction to students and personnel.
• Perform additional laboratory duties as requested by the Manager.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

LIS System

Job description

Job Description Summary

Collect venous and capillary specimens using Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and aseptic technique in multiple inpatient and outpatient settings; Perform bedside testing; Perform Laboratory Information System (LIS) functions; Provide instruction to students/personnel; Perform laboratory related duties as requested by the Manager.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC000866 COL - Lab (DMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-22

Scheduled Weekly Hours

16

Work Shift

Job Description

• Job Description

  Entity/Organization:MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center)

  FLSA Status:Hourly

  Hours Per Week:

  Job Description/Summary:Collect venous and capillary specimens using Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and aseptic technique in multiple inpatient and outpatient settings; Perform bedside testing; Perform Laboratory Information System (LIS) functions; Provide instruction to students/personnel; Perform laboratory related duties as requested by the Manager.

  Minimum Training and Education:High school diploma orequivalent(GED) and1 yearphlebotomy experienceas a phlebotomistrequired.
  

  Physical Requirements:Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent) Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient thatcan notassistin the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100additionalpounds,assistancewill berequiredfrom another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of forceisneeded to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of forceisrequired topush a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability tomaintain20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objectsclose at handor at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability todeterminedistance/relationshipbetweenobjects;depthperception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability tomaintainhearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent) Ability to work overtime asrequired. (Frequent) Ability to work in a latex safeenvironment. (Continuous) Ability tomaintaintactile sensory functions. (Continuous) (Selected Positions) *Ability tomaintaingood olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and asrequired. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)

• Additional Job Description

  Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience: 2 Years work experience in phlebotomy required. Credentials: Completed Accredited Phlebotomy Certificate Course. This is a Career Ladder Position. Internal candidates are required to submit and meet Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements. External candidates are required to complete Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements within 6 months in position.

Additional Job Description

Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience: 2 Years work experience in phlebotomy required. Credentials: Completed Accredited Phlebotomy Certificate Course. This is a Career Ladder Position. Internal candidates are required to submit and meet Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements. External candidates are required to complete Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements within 6 months in position.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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