Phlebotomist II - Endocrinology

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 23,887 - 34,991; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 22 days of vacation

10 holidays

Sick time

Competitive health insurance

Metro transit U-Pass

Retirement savings plan with employer contributions

Job summary

A leading university in Missouri is seeking a Phlebotomist and Patient Service Representative for the Siteman Cancer Center Lab. This role focuses on blood drawing procedures in an outpatient lab and involves monitoring insurance requirements, assisting with lab orders, and ensuring patient comfort. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and complete an educational program in Phlebotomy or Medical Assistance. The position offers a salary range of $17.34 - $25.40 per hour.

Qualifications

• Completion of an educational program in Phlebotomy or Medical Assistance.
• More about this job: Online BLS certifications without a skills assessment component do not meet BLS requirements.
• Laboratory or Medical Office Setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and draw blood from patients while ensuring minimal discomfort.
• Verify lab orders and release orders for specimen collection.
• Check in patients and create appointments in the system.
• Monitor insurance requirements for tests requiring precertification.
• Assist physician teams with research-related lab orders.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the sample collection station and front desk area.

Skills

Anatomy

Blood Specimen Collection

Body Mechanics

Cross-Team Collaboration

EMR

Insurance Verification

Interactive Communication

Ordering Medical Supplies

Order Management

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

Physiology

Sample Collection

Venipuncture

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of an educational program in Phlebotomy or Medical Assistance

Job description

Overview

Position: Phlebotomist and Patient Service Representative in the Siteman Cancer Center Lab. Requires expertise in blood drawing procedures in an outpatient laboratory environment. Serves as a liaison between all stakeholders and advocates for the patients’ needs.

Working Hours

40 hours per week.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy by identifying the patient, gathering necessary supplies, verifying orders/tube labels, describing steps of the procedure to the patient, cleansing the venipuncture site, using personal protective equipment, and obtaining blood samples in a manner that minimizes patient discomfort.
• Verifies written and electronic lab orders and releases orders for specimen collection. Prints tube labels and routes orders and labels to the phlebotomist performing sample collection. Consults with the physician team, supervisor, or testing lab for clarification and verification of order appropriateness. Offers suggestions for alternate testing as needed.
• Greets patients, checks them into scheduling/patient tracking systems, creates appointments for walk-ins, and registers patients in the Barnes system as needed.
• Monitors insurance requirements and notifies the insurance verification department of tests requiring precertification no later than the date of service. Ensures collected samples are routed to alternate laboratories as required by insurance.
• Assists physician teams and research coordinators with research-related laboratory order forms. Ensures research orders are linked to the correct research billing code in the Barnes registration system.
• Prepares and maintains sample collection stations and front desk area; monitors and stocks medical and office supplies. Advises Supervisor/Lead immediately about equipment malfunctions or supply shortages. Maintains cleanliness and order to ensure efficient operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Direct patient setting with exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
• Requires protective devices as appropriate.

Physical Requirements

• Typically sitting at a desk or table; typically standing or walking; typical bending, crouching, or stooping; occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.

Equipment

• Office equipment; clinical/diagnostic equipment.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work and are not intended to be exhaustive. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Education and Certifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent, or combination of education and/or experience.
• Certifications/Professional Licenses: Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Completion of an educational program in Phlebotomy or Medical Assistance.
• Work Experience: Laboratory or Medical Office Setting (2 years).
• Skills: Not Applicable. (If specific skills are required, insert them here.)
• Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

Required Qualifications

• More About This Job: Online BLS certifications without a skills assessment component do not meet BLS requirements.
• Education: Completion of an educational program in Phlebotomy or Medical Assistance.

Preferred Qualifications

• No additional education beyond stated requirements unless identified elsewhere in the posting.
• No additional certifications or licenses unless stated elsewhere in the posting.
• Skills: Anatomy, Blood Specimen Collection, Body Mechanics, Cross-Team Collaboration, EMR, Equipment Utilization, Insurance Verification, Interactive Communication, Ordering Medical Supplies, Order Management, Patient Care, Phlebotomy, Physiology, Sample Collection, Venipuncture.

Compensation

• Grade: C06-H
• Salary Range: $17.34 - $25.40 per hour
• Salary notes: The range reflects base salaries for the job grade across the University; actual rate determined by qualifications, performance, and departmental factors.

Questions and Accommodations

Questions: For frequently asked questions about the application process, refer to the External Applicant FAQ. Accommodation: If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, email [e-mail] or call the accommodation inquiry number.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates offered employment will undergo pre-employment screening, including criminal background checks and other applicable checks, drug screening, verification of employment/education/licensure, physical examination, and any vaccinations or governmental registry checks. Offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Benefits include: up to 22 days of vacation, 10 holidays, sick time; competitive health insurance; Metro transit U-Pass; retirement savings plan (403(b)) with employer contributions.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to equal employment opportunity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. We are dedicated to building an inclusive environment for diverse backgrounds and perspectives.