Phlebotomist Outreach & Patient Care

SEH Saint Elizabeth Medical Center, Inc.; Independence (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage within 30 days

Paid time off

Retirement match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Career advancement mentorship

Job summary

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is seeking a phlebotomist to safely and accurately perform venipunctures and specimen collections for adults, children and infants. You will interpret physician orders, process requests in the information system, and comply with mandatory policies.

Demonstrates empathy and respect for all patients and staff in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include patient identification, insurance verification, order preparation, and coordination with physicians to ensure

Qualifications

• 6 months of related experience including customer service.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients using the AIDET model and provides instructions to ensure quality patient experiences.
• Obtains and processes patient identification and insurance information to ensure quality services and timely billing.
• Evaluates physician orders for type of specimens, time of draw and any specific specimen handling requirements; place and release orders as necessary.
• Safely collects quality samples using collection devices/sharps and ensures specimen integrity.
• Cleans and maintains phlebotomy work areas and stocks to maintain a safe environment.
• Occasionally covers at other laboratory sites within the system as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Computer/Data Entry Skills

Organizational Skills

Kind

Education

High School graduate or GED

Job description

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is seeking a phlebotomist to safely and accurately perform venipunctures and specimen collections for adults, children and infants. You will interpret physician orders, process requests in the information system, and comply with mandatory policies.

Demonstrates empathy and respect for all patients and staff in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include patient identification, insurance verification, order preparation, and coordination with physicians to ensure