Minimum Hiring Wage:

From $17.17 per hour

Job Details:

Scheduled Hours: Variable

A Brief Overview

Responsible for the collection and processing of laboratory specimens. May be trained to assist in Bone Marrow collections as well as provide phlebotomy services at off-site facilities such as nursing homes and/or laboratories on the other campuses. Must demonstrate absolute accuracy in inpatient identification, specimen labeling and have knowledge of test requirements as well as other duties related to department specific needs. Requires the ability to professionally portray the Laboratory's image to patients by demonstrating pleasant and courteous mannerisms at all times.

What you will do

• Collect blood or other laboratory specimens and label, log and prepare them for testing.
• Explain blood or laboratory specimen collection procedures to patients.
• Enter provider orders into the computer system.
• Participate in training and orientation of new staff.
• Contact provider or representative to clarify unusual orders.
• Inventory and stock supplies.
• Clean and maintain work area.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• Medical terminology Preferred
• Phlebotomy Training Preferred
• 1-3 years Computer classes / experience Required
• 1-3 years Clinical experience in a hospital setting or similar healthcare setting Required
• Knowledge to use electronic equipment and computer applications specific to the job.
• Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with patients, employees, all hospital staff including physicians and visitors.
• Ability to understand the standards and procedure for patient identification, specimen collection, specimen handling, safety and computer entry.
• Ability to perform blood collection techniques successfully on all ages (neonates to geriatrics).
• Ability to maintain professionalism in a highly dynamic environment.
• Certified Medical Assistant Preferred or
• Licensed Practical Nurse Preferred

Great River Health and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.