Coffeyville Regional Medical Center is hiring: Phlebotomist - Laboratory in Coff

Make a Difference as a Phlebotomist....Work with Coffeyville Regional Medical Center.

Ask any of our staff members what makes CRMC special, and you're likely to hear them answer "the people," from employees who have been with us up to 40 years. Our Standards of Excellence are demonstrated daily through patient care and interaction, unwavering community support and The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Quality.

Serving Southeast Kansas and Northeast Oklahoma out of Montgomery County is an experience beyond the hospital walls as we work, live and relax with our neighbors and friends. Cost of living is low, and quality of living is high. Our communities bring the region of Kansas' southern Flint Hills alive with outdoor and indoor activity. Enjoy a little slower pace in life to enjoy camping, fishing and boating at any of our lakes; hunting, hiking and sport throughout our terrain; strong education systems with two area community colleges and neighboring state university; as well as art and culture which abound in all of our communities. Our Main Street pubs to nearby casinos offer year-round entertainment, along with many annual festivals including Coffeyville's Summer Celebration, Independence's Neewollah Festival, KanOkla 100 mi highway sale, rodeos and other events. When you need some city, get to Tulsa in about an hour; Wichita or Oklahoma City in about two hours; and Branson or Kansas City in about three hours.

CRMC has stable positioning for growth and opportunity with strong Board support. We have become a chosen partner for many area businesses and continue to grow our practices with recent staff physician additions, deployment of TeleHealth opportunities, and updating our processes for strongest efficiency and care across our service lines. CRMC and Montgomery County welcome you to explore our hospital, communities and opportunities.

* Dynamic, Servant Leadership Team

* Comprehensive Benefits Available

* Relocation Reimbursement Available

* Kansas Rural Opportunity Zone 100% Personal Tax Credit up to five years for out of state relocations

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Phlebotomist is a meticulous professional who draws blood from patients generally for diagnostic purposes. S/he may test the blood specimens themselves or are responsible for labeling the specimen vials and transporting them to the lab for analysis. The Phlebotomist reports to the Laboratory Manager supports the hospital providing specific duties including:

JOB DUTIES:

* Identify patients and their personal information by reviewing their identity documents

* Assess patient needs, reviewing patient history and determining the reason(s) for the blood draw

* Select gauge needles and prepare veins or fingers for blood draw

* Extract blood from patients through venipuncture or fingersticks

* Analyze blood specimens using the correct testing equipment, when necessary

* Prepare specimens for transportation, including labeling vials accurately and matching blood specimens to patients

* Supply diagnostic notes to physicians or other healthcare professionals, as necessary

* Clean, maintain and calibrate lab equipment used in the drawing of blood specimens

* Order laboratory supplies, as needed

The Phlebotomist assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the Laboratory Manager.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

* Proven experience as a Phlebotomist

* Understand of proper patient identification methods

* Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to drawing blood, handling specimen samples and use of relevant medical equipment

* Experience using effective puncture techniques

* Knowledge of testing protocols and use of testing equipment

* Superb dexterity and hand-eye coordination

* Keen attention to detail

* Strong verbal and written communication skills; and excellent interpersonal skills

* Computer skills including MSOffice, Outlook, Meditech, preferred

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

* Diploma in Phlebotomy

* Certification with the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians and/or the National Phlebotomy Association

* BLS, required

2022