Phlebotomy Technician II - Inpatient Phlebotomy Team - 50% - Nights

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plan contributions

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing seeks a Phlebotomy Technician II to perform phlebotomy, oversee routine labeling tasks, and guide trainees. This is a part-time position with night shifts and weekend rotation, based on qualifications.

Minimum eligibility includes a phlebotomy certification and at least six months of phlebotomy experience or completion of a formal training program. Benefits and on-campus work offer strong retirement options.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician by ACA/AMT/ASCP/NCA/NCCT or NHA.
• Six months full-time phlebotomy experience or completion of a Phlebotomy training program.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy draws and related clerical tasks.
• Performs data entry and other clerical tasks related to phlebotomy workflows.
• Orders, receives and distributes phlebotomy supplies.
• Instructs new staff on phlebotomy techniques and monitors trainees.
• Performs complex specimen procurement processes.
• Trains others in phlebotomy techniques and policies.
• Responds to inquiries concerning phlebotomy policies and procedures.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient interaction

Basic computer skills

Education

Certification as Phlebotomy Technician

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Inpatient Phlebotomy Team intends to hire for a Phlebotomy Technician I (26005939) or Phlebotomy Technician II (26005938) based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.

The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing is seeking to fill Phlebotomy Technician II position to perform phlebotomy and a variety of difficult venipuncture procedures. Completes laboratory tasks related to routine phlebotomy labeling procedures, telephone inquiries, and distribution of phlebotomy supplies. Instructs new staff on phlebotomy techniques as needed, monitors progress of trainees (Phlebotomist I’s).

Characteristic Job Duties

• Performs all duties of a Phlebotomist I
  • Performs phlebotomy draws
  • Performs computer data entry and other clerical tasks as required
  • Orders, receives, and distributes supplies
  • Responds to basic phlebotomy inquiries and otherwise represents assigned and related work areas
• Performs complex and difficult specimen procurement processes
• Instruct and train others in phlebotomy techniques
• Responds to or may direct responses to inquiries concerning phlebotomy policies and procedures
• Performs data entry and computer tasks related to order entry and phlebotomy
• Inventories, receives, stock and distributes phlebotomy supplies

Percent of Time

50% - 20 hours per week

Schedule

Nights, every other weekend, every other holiday

Location

University Campus

Merit Pay Plan

https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/merit-plan

Benefits Highlights

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent, and
• Certification as a Phlebotomist Technician by ACA (American Certification Agency), AMT (American Medical Technologists), ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology), NCA (National Credentialing Agency), NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing) or NHA (National Healthcareer Association), and
• Six months full-time experience performing phlebotomy work, or completion of a Phlebotomy training program.

Desirable Qualifications

• Basic computer skills
• Previous experience with personal protective equipment
• Previous patient contact experience

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

For questions or additional information, please contact Tiffany Perkins at [e-mail].

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. This position is not eligible for university sponsorship for employment authorization.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Phlebotomy Technician II
• Appointment Type: Merit
• Schedule: Part-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 06

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Tiffany Perkins
• Contact Email: [e-mail]