UnityPoint Health
Medical Assistant I-Phlebotomist
UnityPoint Health, Waterloo, Iowa, United States, 50702
Overview:
Medical Assistant I/PhlebotomistUnityPoint Health - AllenShift: Part-time; 2230-0700; every other weekend, on call and holiday rotationBenefits EligibleSign-On Bonus: $1,500 paid over 6 monthsThe Medical Assistant I Phlebotomist, under the direction of the Manager-Compliance/ED Lab/Phlebotomy, is responsible for collection of blood samples through phlebotomy (blood collection) techniques, including vacutainer, syringe, winged infusion set and capillary collections. All phlebotomists are expected to assist with collections from outpatients, inpatients as well as stat nursing home patients and any other patient types supported by UnityPoint Health.Phlebotomists also assist in the collection of other specimens such as urines for analysis and urines for drug screens.Phlebotomists should possess good clerical and computer skills to support the Laboratory department.
Why UnityPoint Health?Commitment to our Team
For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.Culture
At UnityPoint Health,
you
matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.Benefits
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage youre in.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment
Were committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.Development
We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.Community Involvement
Be an essential part of our core purposeto improve the health of the people and communities we serve.Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.Responsibilities:Learn and understand basic techniques of phlebotomy and specimen collection.Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection for inpatients, outpatients and nursing home patientsLearn and understand collection of urine drug screens for occupational and medical collectionsAssists technologists with duties including but not limited to stocking supplies, washing laboratory dishes, inventory management & follow up on reportsAfter competent, assist in training new staff in phlebotomyEnters data and orders samples into Laboratory Information systemNavigates the Hospital Information system as required for patient careAnswers incoming phone callsOther tasks as assigned
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:Valid drivers licenseMust be able to read, write and speak EnglishMust possess basic computer skills and knowledge using word processing, spreadsheet, email and web browserRequires frequent travel to area nursing home facilitiesPreferred:High school diplomaMedical assistant degree1 year experienceCertified Medical Assistant
Medical Assistant I/PhlebotomistUnityPoint Health - AllenShift: Part-time; 2230-0700; every other weekend, on call and holiday rotationBenefits EligibleSign-On Bonus: $1,500 paid over 6 monthsThe Medical Assistant I Phlebotomist, under the direction of the Manager-Compliance/ED Lab/Phlebotomy, is responsible for collection of blood samples through phlebotomy (blood collection) techniques, including vacutainer, syringe, winged infusion set and capillary collections. All phlebotomists are expected to assist with collections from outpatients, inpatients as well as stat nursing home patients and any other patient types supported by UnityPoint Health.Phlebotomists also assist in the collection of other specimens such as urines for analysis and urines for drug screens.Phlebotomists should possess good clerical and computer skills to support the Laboratory department.
Why UnityPoint Health?Commitment to our Team
For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.Culture
At UnityPoint Health,
you
matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.Benefits
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage youre in.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment
Were committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.Development
We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.Community Involvement
Be an essential part of our core purposeto improve the health of the people and communities we serve.Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.Responsibilities:Learn and understand basic techniques of phlebotomy and specimen collection.Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection for inpatients, outpatients and nursing home patientsLearn and understand collection of urine drug screens for occupational and medical collectionsAssists technologists with duties including but not limited to stocking supplies, washing laboratory dishes, inventory management & follow up on reportsAfter competent, assist in training new staff in phlebotomyEnters data and orders samples into Laboratory Information systemNavigates the Hospital Information system as required for patient careAnswers incoming phone callsOther tasks as assigned
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:Valid drivers licenseMust be able to read, write and speak EnglishMust possess basic computer skills and knowledge using word processing, spreadsheet, email and web browserRequires frequent travel to area nursing home facilitiesPreferred:High school diplomaMedical assistant degree1 year experienceCertified Medical Assistant