Phlebotomy EKG Technician

Job Description Phlebotomy EKG Technician  (250427)
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* SUMMARY:

**** Purpose of this position:
** Under general supervision, performs work which involves collecting laboratory specimens and/or performing EKG testing on inpatients. Enters data into the electronic health record (EHR) and/or the laboratory information system (LIS).  Interacts and communicates with patients, their families, and members of the healthcare team by using various communication tools in a timely and professional manner
** RESPONSIBILITIES:
**** General duties
*** Correctly prioritizes work based on order parameters and responds to critical needs. Assists co-workers in completion of work
* Performs standard procedures for identifying patients
* Documents specimen collections and testing according to standard procedure in the electronic health record (EHR) and the laboratory information system (LIS). Communicates any problems or issues with the patient care team
* Cleans equipment between patient contact
* Troubleshoots equipment in event of malfunction. Alerts Bio-Electronics and/or IT helpdesk if needed
** Phlebotomy specific tasks
*** Performs blood drawing procedures including venipuncture and capillary collection, standard labeling, and transporting specimens according to specimen requirements and standard protocol
** EKG specific tasks
*** Performs electrocardiogram procedure and transfers data to EHR
* Operates and performs routine maintenance on EKG cart according to procedure
* Follows critical value provider protocol notification and documentation

We are currently seeking a
** Phlebotomy EKG Technician
** to join our Laboratory Specimen Collection team. This part time role will work 40 hours within a two week pay period, on evenings. Start times fluctuate between 1 PM and 2 PM. Includes rotating weekends and holidays. Also includes last minute overtime into the next shift as needed (nights).
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* QUALIFICATIONS:

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* Minimum Qualifications:

**** High school diploma or GED-AND
- * Completion of a recognized training program for phlebotomy-OR
- * One year of phlebotomy experience
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* Preferred Qualifications:

**** Certified or certification eligible with a Nationally accredited phlebotomy certification organization
* One year of experience in a hospital inpatient setting
* Completion of a recognized phlebotomy training program with inpatient hospital internship
*** Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:
**** Customer Services skills
* Inpatient Phlebotomy skills

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing
** Equal Employment Opportunities
** to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.  
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* Please Note:

** Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.
* We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
* We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical;
Dental;
Vision;
Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance;
Retirement Funds;
Paid Time Off;
Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement *(Available
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* * for benefit eligible positions)*.
* For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.## Primary

Location:

MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus Eligible for Benefits:
Yes
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