CAR-PHLEBOTOMIST - PER DIEM Job at Sparrow Health System in Lansing

Description:

Positions Location: Carson City, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Responsible for the performance of phlebotomy procedures and non-technical duties in the laboratory, outpatient area and off-site services.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers 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.

* Performs phlebotomy procedures (veinipuncture, finger sticks, heel sticks, bleeding times) as appropriate for the patient (from age 0 to > 100 years) requiring this procedure.

* Identifies patients and properly labels specimen tubes.

* Determines priority of STAT draws. Ensures timely transport of all patient specimens to lab for testing.

* Utilizes computers as appropriate in completing assigned functions.

* Organizes assigned work and accurately completes workload statistics.

* Helps co-workers when needed and communicates with laboratory departments when needed to ensure an orderly workflow.

* Will act as a receptionist; greet patients, answer phones, files laboratory results, orders and reports, and process reference laboratory reports when not performing phlebotomy procedures.

* Will act as a lab aid and set up Microbiology cultures and process specimens to promote constant workflow.

* Readily accepts changes in assignment. Performs work level of equal skill and responsibility as needed. May also perform work of a higher level in preparation for increased responsibility and may be required to do work of lesser responsibility when the workload of the department se requires.

* Under supervision will help in the training of new employees, MTL students and student interns at the hospital in the performance of phlebotomy duties.

* Follows all organizational and department policies and procedures.

* Attends all required Safety training programs and can describe his/ her responsibilities related to general safety, department safety, and specific job-related hazards.

* Complies with established Laboratory and Hospital policies for Universal Precautions and Safety procedures. When handling blood and /or body fluids, Universal Precaution procedures will be followed in order to minimize exposure to infectious diseases. Safety policies and procedures will be followed when using chemicals.

* Maintains work area, cleans bench, restocks supplies and notifies manager of low stock.

* Completes annual required courses on time.

* Performs DOT and non DOT urine collections when requested following the established guidelines.

* Performs laboratory QA and checks orders for accuracy (tests, providers, copies) as time allows

* Seeks additional assignments/projects during periods of lower than normal work volume.

Job Requirements

General Requirements Must pass certification exam within 1 year of hire date when eligible Preferred - ASCP or equivalent certification. Work Experience None Preferred - One year of full time phlebotomy experience. Education None Preferred - Equivalent of four years of high school education. Specialized Knowledge and Skills Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.

University of Michigan Health Sparrow 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.

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Location: Sparrow Carson City

Activation Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Expiration Date: Wednesday, January 1, 2025

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