Vascular ACCES TECH - Travel - MN​/WI

Job Summary

Obtains quality blood samples using a variety of phlebotomy methods (capillary, venous, assisted line, and arterial collections) and standard safety equipment from all age groups with strict adherence to regulatory requirements and collection procedures.

• Provides rapid response to medical emergencies.
• Works at the Mayo Clinic Hospital alternating between the two hospital campuses (Rochester Methodist Campus - RMC and St. Marys Campus - SMC) in the general patient care areas, pediatrics, the Emergency Department, the Intensive Care Units, and the Operating Rooms.
• Responsible for accurate patient identification, quality specimen labeling, handling, and transportation as well as accurate specimen testing using Point of Care (POC) equipment.
• Able to work with a variety of computer programs/systems.
• Must maintain patient confidentiality.
• Utilizes good customer relations and communication skills in performing phlebotomy, answering the phone, and interacting with patients, nurses, providers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrates a positive and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Must possess skills in working in a fast-paced environment, coping, understanding, following written and verbal instruction, organization, prioritization, attention to detail, problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision making.
• Must be able to push a cart and walk distances.
• Assists with training students and new employees.

Required

Skills & Experience:

See Education Section for Required Experience.

Required

Education:

• Both are required:
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Graduate of a Phlebotomy training program that provides a clinical rotation.
• OR
• Three (3) months of Phlebotomy experience.

• National Phlebotomy certification (e.g., NHA, ASCP, etc.) must be obtained within 14 months of hire date.