Phlebotomist - Inpatient/ED Lab Draws & Support

Silver Cross Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO and Sick time

Job summary

Silver Cross Hospital is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform venipuncture and clerical support in the laboratory. The role supports timely specimen processing and workflow on inpatient units and the emergency department.

The position requires a high school diploma and ASCP phlebotomy certification (or eligibility) with certification within 6 months of hire. Shifts include varied morning hours and possible offsite rotation.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy Certification, ASCP or eligible. Must obtain ASCP certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs Venipuncture and capillary draws on patients of all ages.
• Works on inpatient units and emergency department.
• Prioritizes draws to meet turnaround time goals.
• Cross-train in registration and specimen processing.
• Collaborates with medical technologists and nursing staff to ensure timely lab orders.
• Utilizes handheld order management equipment.
• Adheres to patient identification standards in specimen collection.
• Performs Point of Care Testing and Breath Alcohol Testing if competent.
• Collects, receives and delivers specimens to lab departments in a timely manner.
• Prepares specimens for analysis, loads automated instruments.
• Handles calls on handheld phones or in the lab front office.
• Promotes a clean and safe environment of care with error prevention habits.
• Maintains privacy and confidentiality under Standards of Conduct.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ASCP Phlebotomy Certification or eligible

Tools

Order management systems

Job description

Silver Cross Hospital is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform venipuncture and clerical support in the laboratory. The role supports timely specimen processing and workflow on inpatient units and the emergency department.

The position requires a high school diploma and ASCP phlebotomy certification (or eligibility) with certification within 6 months of hire. Shifts include varied morning hours and possible offsite rotation.