Outpatient Phlebotomist

Outpatient Phlebotomist (Full-Time, Days) page is loaded## Outpatient Phlebotomist (Full-Time, Days) locations:
Chico, CA - Esplanade Campus time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition :
JR102691

ENL Laboratory Compensation range:$24.80 - $31.75

Your rate of pay will be based on applicable experience

Shift: Day Shift length: 10 hours  Days off:
Varied   Hours per pay period: 80

Enloe Health is a Level II Trauma Center located in beautiful Northern California. We offer a full array of medical services, and our mission is to elevate the health of the communities we serve. As a Planetree organization, we place high value on hiring the right team to care for our patients and their families—care that is steeped in compassion, human connection, and mutual support.

If you feel called to make a meaningful impact through empathetic, person-centered care, and thrive in a culture that values collaboration and purpose, we welcome you to join our team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Outpatient Phlebotomist is responsible for collection of blood samples with standard venipuncture and microtainer techniques for all age groups. Performs venous and capillary blood specimen collection using established safety practices in a skillful and accurate manner. Performs finger sticks and heel sticks. Properly collects blood cultures without contamination. Receives laboratory specimens and processes samples for Laboratory testing, performs clerical and client services functions in the Laboratory;

draw station sites and travel to additional sites when needed. Utilizes the Laboratory Information System (LIS) to order tests, collect specimens, locates test results, specimen processing and handling functions to ensure timeliness and accuracy of workflow and monitor pending logs regularly to provide rapid turnaround time. Follows departmental and regulatory policies for proper patient and specimen identification. Rotates in different Outpatient Draw Stations.

An Outpatient phlebotomist must work well under pressure and be sensitive to the confidentiality of protected health information. The position requires exercise of judgment under general supervision. Build collaborative professional relationships to create quality healthcare. Work independently in a professional team-oriented environment. Possess office skills such as but not limited to data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner, answering the phone, transferring calls, faxing, printing, filing, cleaning, and organizing.

Ability to multi-task and do other duties as assigned including but not limited to charge entry and charge review. Identifies and conducts problem resolution for preanalytical specimen issues.

EDUCATION / TRAINING /

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum:

Experience as a licensed phlebotomist
** or
* * experience in a clinical laboratory

Prior experience utilizing clerical, computer, and receptionist skills

Desired:

Medical terminology

Prior in phlebotomy and laboratory specimen processing

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Minimum:

Current Phlebotomy Certificate CPT I issued by the California Department of Public Health.
SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:

The ideal candidate must be an experienced phlebotomist who can provide high-quality patient care in both direct and indirect capacities. We are seeking a healthcare professional who takes extreme pride in their work, making patients feel reassured, and well cared for, through a warm and comforting demeanor.  They must be able to pay attention to detail and demonstrate strict adherence to best clinical practices.

They must have confidence in their phlebotomy skills, strong work ethic, a good understanding of customer service, and be capable of using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook (Microsoft Office Suite) computer skills for a variety of support functions.  Strong analytical, interpersonal, and grammatical skills are necessary to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.  They must be able to follow instructions, work quickly and accurately in a fast paced environment.

They must be aware of chemical hygiene protocols and handling requirements for biohazard materials.  Organizational and multi-tasking skills…