Phlebotomist - ProMedica Lab - Full Time - Afternoon

Job TitlePhlebotomist - ProMedica Lab - Full Time - AfternoonCategoryLaboratoryOrganizational UnitProMedica -> ProMedica Memorial Hospital (MH) -> Memorial Hospital (C) -> Laboratory (7310)LocationFremont, OH 43420 US (Primary)Job DescriptionLocated in Fremont, Ohio, ProMedica Memorial Hospital has served the citizens of Sandusky County and the adjacent communities since 1918. In fact, our hospital was built with funds raised by members of our community on land donated by the family of former United States President, Rutherford B. Hayes.Performs routine and special blood specimen collection for all age specific use onlyACCOUNTABILITIES*All duties listed below are essential unless noted otherwise*1. Collects products or specimens for basic procedures and may perform point-of-care testingusing proper techniques.2. Follows strict principles of asepsis and antisepsis. Assists in the care of the patient prior to,during and after specimen collection.3. Determines, from like samples, combinations of tests and the associated acceptableminimum volumes. Knowledgeable of pre-analytic variables, which may affect specimenanalysis. Familiar with test synonyms and abbreviations, and cross-referencing tests tospecimen types.4. Utilizes laboratory computer information system to include all work aides and shortcutswithin the system. Utilizes quality assurance data to enhance the services rendered by thesection. Recommends changes in procedures to address quality issues and providecustomer/patient . Performs and documents quality control procedures.6. Acts as a resource and is a liaison between phlebotomy staff and Laboratory /Point of CareTeam.7. Cross trained in defined core job functions and patient care departments.8. Routinely perform difficult specimen collections, such as re-draws and misses.9. Assists in the training of new associates or students.10. As needed, performs all pre-analytic tasks associated with sample preparation including, butnot limited to, centrifugation, decanting, and specimen packaging.11. Maintains established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, qualityassurance, safety, environmental and infection control. Complies with requirements ofaccreditation and regulatory agencies by attending mandatory in-services and continuinglaboratory education and participating in continuous quality improvement. Maintains andupgrades personal professional development.12. Maintains appropriate par levels and organizes supplies and equipment in work areas asassigned. Notifies appropriate associate when re-order levels are reached, and equipmentneeds to be repaired.13. Maintains protocols and procedures for excellent patient care and follows guidelines forinfection control management.14. Demonstrates good teamwork. Willingly accepts adjustments to assignments and adaptswillingly to changes in workflow and processes. Provides excellent customer serviceincorporating ProMedica's core values.15. Performs other duties as directed or assigned.Job RequirementsEducation: High School diploma or equivalentLicense/Certification/Experience: A diploma from an accredited phlebotomy training institute OR one year phlebotomy experience.•Successful completion of an academic program which included substantial practical clinicalphlebotomy experience (i.e.: 3+ week clinical student rotation program in a hospitalsetting).PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSProfessional registration preferred [i.e., PBT(ASCP)]•1 year experience in a high-volume phlebotomy environmentWORKING CONDITIONSPersonal Protective Equipment: Employee will follow policy and wear all PPE as recommended.Physical Demands: Must be able to continuously move between hospital departments, and floorswhile maintaining confidentiality on workstations. Must be able to understand directions and beable to communicate and respond to inquiries between all levels of hospital staffing, patient careand requires effective interpersonal skills. Must be able to tolerate exposure to disease bearingspecimens, blood, and body fluids, odorous chemicals, carcinogens, mutagens, low level radiation,electrical hazards, and flammable liquids. Must be prepared to wear appropriate PPE and followPPE guidelines. Must be able to differentiate colors. Must be able to input and retrieveinformation from computer. Must be able to move, push, lift or carry materials or equipmentweighing up to 50 lbs., up to 75% of the time. Must be able to stand for long periods of time,potentially 100% of shift. Shifts for this position are 8 hours in length, covering the patient carefrom 9:30pm - 6:00am. ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit integrated healthcare organizational headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. For more information, please visit applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free WorkplaceEmployee Exemption TypeNon-ExemptJob TypeFull TimeBudgeted Hours / Pay Period80Shift TypeAfternoonsShift HoursWeekendsOn-call RequirementsAdditional Schedule Details130pm-10pm

Created: 2024-11-02