PHLEBOTOMIST-LABORATORY

Union Health; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off starting day one

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per

403b Retirement Employer Match

Much More!

Job summary

Union Health is seeking staff for the Terre Haute campus in the Lab Services department. Responsibilities include blood specimen collection, LIS data entry, ABN discussion with patients, and timely specimen preparation for testing. The role supports high-quality care in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will have venipuncture experience, a high school diploma, and strong patient communication skills to ensure comfort and safety during procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 18+ years old.
• Venipuncture experience required and ability to calm anxious patients.
• Knowledge of blood collection techniques and patient communication.
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information System (LIS) operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood specimen collection from patients using various techniques.
• Enter and record patient demographics in LIS and manage test orders.
• Discuss ABN with patients as it applies to Medicare coverage.
• Prepare and distribute specimens for in-house or reference testing.
• Evaluate specimens for discrepancies and ensure proper labeling.

Skills

Blood specimen collection

Venipuncture experience

Patient communication

LIS data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Union Hospital · Union Hospital Terre Haute

Technicians, Technologists and Other Clinical

FULLTIME , DAY , 500a-130p, every other weekend

You belong at Union!

The Lab Services department at Union Health is looking for team members for the Terre Haute campus. We are looking for individuals who are compassionate, fully committed to providing the highest quality health care experience and dedicated to supporting their team who work in a fast-paced environment.
The Lab Services provides services related to lab tests, including specimen collection of the patients, and accessioning, lab tests performed on specimens, recording of lab test results, delivery of lab test results and more.

Join us as we provide compassionate service and high-quality care to the Wabash Valley Communities. We are committed to helping you find a role that recognizes your interests, expertise, and talent and helping you achieve your long-term career goals and aspirations. At Union, you’ll experience an inclusive environment in which you are empowered to be your best self every day.

In addition to competitive pay, Union co-workers enjoy:

• Part-time and Full-time schedules
• Paid Time Off starting day one.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 each year.
• Success Sharing
• 403bRetirement Employer Match.
• Much More!

Be part of an organization that is dedicated to your work-life balance, career, growth, and development. Union Health,U MatterandU Belong.

• Performs blood specimen collection from patients using a variety of techniques and devices for laboratory procedures and tests.
  • Specimens are collected using approved blood collection devices and may be collected from veins or capillaries (finger and heel sticks).
  • Specimens are collected from patients ranging in age from newborn to geriatric.
  • Routine uncomplicated blood draws are to be completed in five minutes or less.
  • Use sterile swabs to collect specimens for rapid bacterial and viral antigen tests.
  • Instruct patients in the proper collection of urine specimens for random and timed urine testing.
• Use the Laboratory Information System (LIS) to enter and record patient demographics, specimen collection and receipt, process specimens, order tests, print labels and forms, generate reports and transmit results as indicated or directed.
• Discuss Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABN) with patients as it applies to their Medicare insurance coverage.
• Prepare and distribute specimens in a timely manner for in-house testing and for referral to reference laboratories according to laboratory policy and procedure. Preparation includes verification of specimen ID and labeling, centrifugation, pour off, storage, routing to other clinic laboratory locations, and packaging and shipping for transport to reference laboratories.
• Evaluate specimens collected and received for testing for discrepancies in specimen type and test ordered, collection, appearance, and handling. Reject those samples that are unacceptable according to established laboratory policy.

License/Certification:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Veni-puncture experience required.
• Able to keep nervous patient calm and reassure anyone who is anxious or squeamish about the procedure.
• Knowledgeable of various techniques used to collect blood specimens and able to converse with patients to avoid any fear of procedures.

Please note that the salary information provided on the career site for this position opening may not necessarily reflect the accurate compensation associated with the role.
We encourage candidates to inquire further and engage in direct communication with Union Health for comprehensive salary details.

As an EOE/AA employer, Union Hospital, Inc. will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.