Sih-Outreach Phlebotomist - Per Diem

Description:

Positions Location: Portland, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Follow established procedures, obtains, processes and distributes blood and urine specimens for clinical laboratory analysis (pre-analytical). Performs CLIA waived laboratory testing according to established procedures.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Verifies patient identity and performs venipunctures, blood cultures, drug screen collection and micro techniques accurately and efficiently following established procedures, including proper labeling of specimens.

• Operates computers to verify collections, order tests, create specimen tracking lists, collection lists and retrieve data.

• Operate centrifuges, process samples for testing on site and at reference laboratories and related duties according to established procedures.

• Performs waived testing such as a macroscopic urinalysis according to established procedures.

• Prioritizes workload to maximize efficiency while meeting patient and physician needs. Works independently and as part of a team to meet laboratory objectives and goals.

• Restocks and orders all necessary supplies in order to maintain established stock levels.

• Responsible for answering telephone calls for the laboratory including patient result status, physician office inquiries, specimen collection requirements and communicate additional information as needed.

• Understands basic patient insurance information, diagnoses and billing processes.

• Performs additional duties at the direction of the Laboratory Manager or professional staff.

Required Responsibilities of the Associate:

• Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures.

• Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence).

• Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our associates, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful.

• Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you).

• Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities.

Job Requirements

General Requirements Certification in Phlebotomy, preferred. Work Experience • Experience performing phlebotomies on all age groups on an inpatient and outpatient basis, preferred. Education • High School Diploma or GED • Successful completion of a formal phlebotomy education program OR one-year experience as a phlebotomist Specialized Knowledge and Skills • Demonstrated knowledge of basic phlebotomy as related to laboratory testing performed. • A basic knowledge of clinical specimen suitability for testing. • Basic telephone, computer and clerical skills. • Ability to interact with patients, clients and others served by the laboratory as a positive role model.

University of Michigan Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Location: Sparrow Ionia Hospital

Activation Date: Friday, June 28, 2024

Expiration Date: Tuesday, October 1, 2024

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