Phlebotomist III - Per Diem

$20.29 - $29.42 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate’s expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

• Position:
  Phlebotomist III - Per Diem
• Location:
  
  Northwest Community Hospital
• Full Time/Part Time:
  Per Diem
• Hours:
  
  Mon-Thurs-7am-8pm, Fridays- 7am-5pm, Sat 7am-5pm.
• Required Travel:
  Yes

• Proficiently performs accurate venipuncture and capillary specimen collection for all inpatients and outpatients for all age groups.

• Correctly identifies patients before specimen collection and labels all specimens accurately before leaving patient bedside using the Rover device when appropriate

• May be responsible for collection of body fluid or other samples including, nasal and throat swabs, and breath samples.

• Prepares and assists in the processing of blood and body fluid samples per established guidelines.

• Assist in the orientation and training of phlebotomy staff and students.

• Applies skills and experience to identify and address problems as they arise and notifies lead/supervisory personnel as needed.

• Assists with inventory management duties as assigned.

• Ensures that all customer requests for Laboratory services are addressed in a timely and appropriate manner.

• Provides phone coverage and understands the importance of professional appearance and behavior in conducting oneself in a customer-oriented manner in accordance with the hospital’s mission.

• Serves as a resource to other Phlebotomists and team members and assists in training.

• Practices appropriate Standard Precautions as described in Infection Control and Prevention Activities. Adheres to all other departmental and hospital safety standards in order to maintain a safe patient care and working environment.

• Maintains records such as logs, workload records, and requisitions in a neat and organized manner.

• Education:
  
  The level of knowledge normally obtained through the completion of four years of high school or the equivalent.
• Certification:
  Certification in approved school of phlebotomy is highly desirable. CPR-BLS from the AHA required.
• Experience:
  
  A minimum of 3 years phlebotomy experience in a hospital setting; including experience working with all age groups of patients and performing various age-related testing procedures.