Phlebotomist Specimen Processor

Location: New Orleans

Overview

We’ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed – our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.

Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job performs various laboratory functions to support the department in patient care. Conducts phlebotomy procedures; processes and receives specimens; accesses specimens; distributes specimens; and performs and results specific test procedures.

Shift

Hours:

Monday — Friday, 7am to 3:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical assignments.
• Supports departmental goals and objectives.
• Processes specimens.
• Resolves problems.
• Exhibits versatility and cooperation.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of service or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

Qualifications Education —

Required:

High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred:
Completion of phlebotomy course.
Work Experience —

Required:

None.
Certifications — Preferred:
Current license or trainee license in the state of practice.
Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

(KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Knowledge of venipuncture procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Medium Work – typically requiring the exertion of 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds frequently. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time, travel throughout and between facilities, and work a flexible work schedule.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue with an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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Location:

Slidell Memorial Hospital.

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