Phlebotomy EKG Technician

Hennepin County Medical Center

Minneapolis (MN)

On-site

USD 29,990 - 39,110

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate

Extensive benefits program including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Minnesota is seeking a Phlebotomy EKG Technician for a full-time position. Responsibilities include collecting lab specimens, performing EKG testing, and entering data into the health record. The role requires customer service skills and knowledge of inpatient phlebotomy. Candidates should have completed a phlebotomy training program and possess relevant experience. The position includes rotating shifts and may involve weekend work, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

One year of phlebotomy experience.
One year of experience in a hospital inpatient setting.
Completion of a recognized phlebotomy training program with an inpatient hospital internship.

Responsibilities

Collect and document laboratory specimens and perform EKG testing.
Assists co‑workers in completion of work as needed.
Performs blood drawing procedures accurately and according to protocols.
Operates EKG equipment and documents results.

Skills

Customer services skills

Inpatient phlebotomy skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Completion of a recognized training program for phlebotomy

Certified or certification eligible with a nationally accredited phlebotomy certification organization

Job description

SUMMARY

We are currently seeking a Phlebotomy EKG Technician to join our team. This full‑time role will flex between days and evenings (day start times will fluctuate between 04:00 and 05:00, evening start times will fluctuate between 13:00 and 14:00). It includes rotating weekends and holidays, as well as last‑minute overtime into the next shift.

Purpose of this position: Under general supervision, performs work which involves collecting laboratory specimens and/or performing EKG testing on inpatients. Enters data into the electronic health record (EHR) and/or the laboratory information system (LIS). Interacts and communicates with patients, their families, and members of the healthcare team by using various communication tools in a timely and professional manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES

General duties

Correctly prioritizes work based on order parameters and responds to critical needs. Assists co‑workers in completion of work.
Performs standard procedures for identifying patients.
Documents specimen collections and testing according to standard procedure in the EHR and the LIS. Communicates any problems or issues with the patient care team.
Cleans equipment between patient contact.
Troubleshoots equipment in event of malfunction. Alerts Bio‑Electronics and/or IT helpdesk if needed.

Phlebotomy specific tasks

Performs blood drawing procedures including venipuncture and capillary collection, standard labeling, and transporting specimens according to specimen requirements and standard protocol.

EKG specific tasks

Performs electrocardiogram procedure and transfers data to EHR.
Operates and performs routine maintenance on EKG cart according to procedure.
Follows critical value provider protocol notification and documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED.

Completion of a recognized training program for phlebotomy.

One year of phlebotomy experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified or certification eligible with a nationally accredited phlebotomy certification organization.
One year of experience in a hospital inpatient setting.
Completion of a recognized phlebotomy training program with inpatient hospital internship.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

Customer services skills.
Inpatient phlebotomy skills.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieving optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE

Total Rewards Package:

We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long‑term Term Disability Insurance, Retirement Funds, Paid Time Off, Tuition reimbursement, and license and certification reimbursement ONLY for benefit eligible positions.
For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.

PLEASE NOTE

Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre‑employment requirements.

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