Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine is hiring: Phlebotomist in Englewood

Description

JOB SUMMARY: Phlebotomists are responsible for efficiently and accurately performing blood draws. Some of their typical daily duties include

CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Preparing patients before drawing blood;

* Explaining blood draw procedures to patients and answering any questions about the process;

* Following all health and safety protocols and procedures to maintain sanitary work areas;

* Gathering medical testing materials, including needles, sample vials, blood storage bags, and test tubes;

* Verifying patient information and labeling blood samples properly;

* Accurately updating patient information in the organization's database;

* Helping nervous or frightened patients remain calm during blood draws; and

* Working with supervising physicians and following their directions at all times.

EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Minimum Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

* Computer experience in medical or other related field;

* Knowledge of patient relations, scheduling, and bookkeeping;

* Knowledge of medical coding and insurance practices and reimbursement;

* Compliance with state and federal regulations and safety protocols, at the practice level;

* Knowledge of patient's privacy (HIPAA) and student privacy (FERPA);

* Follow proper OSHA and safety guidelines;

* Protect equipment (office, facility);

* Strong communications skills are essential as well as computer literacy (MS Office Suite [i.e. Word, PowerPoint and Exceletc.]) and accurate data entry skills;

* Excellence organizational skills must be accurate and attentive to detail;

* Knowledge or experience with Athena Medical Patient Software (if no experience, training will be provided);

* Maintaining an established work schedule;

* Effectively using interpersonal and communications skills including tact and diplomacy;

* Effectively using organizational and planning skills, including attention to detail and follow-through;

* Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands;

* Maintaining confidentiality of work related information and materials;

* Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships;

* The ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations;

* The ability to report to work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM;

* The ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner; and

* Be able to be flexible to accept other duties needed/assigned for the practice needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and experience equivalent to:

Education and experience equivalent to: High school diploma or equivalent.

* Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.

* Phlebotomy certification preferred.