Laboratory Assistant and Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant

Lakeview Hospital is hiring for a part-time Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant.

Position Summary Statement:
This position is responsible for performing phlebotomies and receiving/processing specimens to ensure high quality in the preanalytical phase of laboratory testing.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:o High School Diploma or equivalent

• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:o Some positions, as identified by the Laboratory Manager, will be required to drive to various sites to perform phlebotomy. If required, must have a valid driver's license and meet all criteria required under Lakeview's Automobile Liability Guidelines.

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:o Knowledge and skills sufficient to provide technical instructions and communicate and advise other departments on clinical laboratory procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:o Completion of health care program (e.g. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Paramedic, Phlebotomy).
• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:o Phlebotomy Certification
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:o Medical Terminology knowledgeo Previous phlebotomy experienceo Typing or keyboarding skills

Essential Duties: 1. (50%) - Consistently performs phlebotomy using department protocols and procedures to assure quality specimens. This includes serving all patient populations including ages, cultures, languages, literacy, learning needs and abilities. 2. (50%) – Championing great customer service whenever we intersect with our customers- directly or via telephone. All requests are followed up accurately and efficiently in a friendly manner.

Background Study Requirements: (HR use only)

Required:

• Background Studyo Package 1o Educationo MVR
• MN DHS Background Study

Organizational Expectations:

Values All colleagues are expected to live our values:
Excellence:
We strive for the best results and always look for ways to improve.

Compassion:
We care and show empathy and respect for each person.

Partnership:
We are strongest when we work together and with those we serve.

Integrity:
We are open and honest, and we keep our commitments.

Additional Expectations:
• Complies with safety instructions, observe safe work practices, provides input on safety issues, and promotes a safe work environment.
• Maintains regular and timely attendance.
• Protects confidentiality.
• Demonstrates participation in and support of the organization's Corporate Integrity Program by participating in compliance-related education and training and complying with the organization's policies and procedures.
• Timely completion of all mandatory education and organizational requirements (i.e., licensure/certification, Employee Health and Wellness requirements, annual training, etc.)

Population Specific

Competencies:

Yes No

Does this employee have direct patient contact? X Departments will need to determine the appropriate competencies in their areas for their specific patient populations documented in the essential duties section.

Critical Job Demands Section 1:
Place an "X' next to ONE of the terms that best describes the frequency for each of the Critical Demands.

Critical Demands N/A 0% Rare1-5% (Up to a 1/2 hour) Occa6-33% (1/2 hour to 3 hours) Freq
34-66% (3 to 5½ hours) Cont
67-100% (5½ to 8 hours)
Standing
- Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about. X Walking
- Moving about on foot. X Sitting
- Remaining in a seated position. X Squatting
- Assuming or maintaining a crouching position with the knees bent. X Reaching
- Stretching out or extending to touch or grasp. X Lifting
- Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling). X Carrying
- Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder. X Pushing/Pulling – Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away/towards from the force. X Handling/Fingering – (includes typing, computer work, gripping, grasping, and pinching) X

Section 2:
Place an "X" next to ONE of the terms that best describes the Strength Rating for this job…