Tech I - Phlebotomy (11:30am-8pm Full Time)

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental coverage

Vision plan

HSA/FSAs

Retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Lab Support Services Tech to join our clinical laboratory team. You will perform venipuncture, specimen collection, processing, and receive desk duties, while ensuring patient identification and safe handling of all specimens.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and phlebotomy/medical assistant training or equivalent, with experience in phlebotomy or clinical lab tasks.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; phlebotomy/medical assistant training or equivalent.
• 3 years of healthcare phlebotomy/medical assisting experience or national certification.
• Familiar with lab procedures, specimen handling and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture, specimen collection, processing and desk duties.
• Maintain positive patient identification and proper labeling.
• May perform order entry and verify patient data using systems.
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and SOPs in the lab setting.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, patients and coworkers.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical assisting

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Phlebotomy/Medical Assistant program

ASCP/AMT/NHA certification

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans– to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical:Multiple plan options.
• Dental:Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings:HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Lab Support Services Tech functions as an interdisciplinary team member that performs a wide range of services in clinic and hospital-based laboratories with direct patient care such as venipuncture, provides appropriate post-care of phlebotomy site, collects specimens, specimen processing and receiving desk duties, scheduling functions, waived point of care laboratory testing, assists with difficult sticks, and a variety of other services unique to the individual work area. Maintains positive patient identification at all times including collection and preparing specimens for analysis. Performs specimen collections and processing in a safe, accurate, and professional and timely manner. May perform prepping of containers with reagents or specimens as required for ordered testing, storage, and shipping/transport to internal lab testing areas. May perform order entry; retrieves and verifies patient collection data and patient special notations using appropriate sources. May perform specialty collections. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and work independently as well as a team environment. Must be able to cooperate with coworkers in the completion of assignments and sets priorities for specimen collection and workload in response to the specific needs of numerous requests or the work area. Employs standard precautions, infection control, and proper isolation techniques. Works with various computer information systems on a daily basis. Must use critical thinking skills and ensure that all services are in strict adherence to established directions and guidelines in the standard operating procedures by Mayo Clinic Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology. Demonstrates professional communication skills as well as proper technique and etiquette for answering the telephone and providing information. The individual must demonstrate confidentiality and trustworthiness as well as the ability to deal effectively with people in stressful situations, manage difficult and emotional situations, remain calm under stress, display empathy and maintain positive communication. Interacts with the patient, family, physicians, allied health staff, and visitors as a professional member of the laboratory team. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Ability to work flexible hours to meet workload demands and accommodates schedule changes. Physical ability required for lifting, long periods of standing, and pushing and pulling lab equipment and patient wheelchairs.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required, And, Completion of a Phlebotomy, Medical Assistant program or equivalent, such as a new phlebotomy graduate; Or, 3 years of work experience in phlebotomy/medical assisting in a healthcare setting; Or, certified by a national association for phlebotomy or medical assisting, such as ASCP, AMT, NHA and 1 year of clinical experience.

Prior experience with phlebotomy, specimen processing, or clinical laboratory preferred. Familiarity with lifespan growth and development, basic anatomy, physiology, and basic medical terminology.

Must be adaptable and well organized. Must have effective, professional interpersonal skills when working with physicians, co-workers, and patients. Must be able to accurately read specimen labels and follow standard operating procedures. In addition, must be capable of doing general troubleshooting and problem-solving regarding laboratory procedures. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Must be able to distinguish colors. Must exercise caution to avoid potential exposure to hazards.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

20.00 – 25.59

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

11:30am-8pm Monday-Friday

Weekend Schedule

Every other weekend 11:30am-8pm

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the 'EOE is the Law'. Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.