Phlebotomist - Per Diem

Beloit Health System is looking to add a Per Diem Phlebotomist to our Team!

• Shift: 1st, 2nd and 3rd available
• Schedule: Varied 
• Hours per week: Varied - Per Diem
• Benefits Status: Not Eligible
• Department: Laboratory

The Phlebotomist is responsible for proper identification of patients, skillful performance of phlebotomy procedures, and the transport and processing of specimens. Performs waived procedures unsupervised under the direction of a technologist or laboratory management.

• Performs assigned pre-analytical processes which include, but are not limited to: processing orders from the EMR; determining specimen requirements; and phlebotomy procedures
• Accesses, inputs and retrieves information from the EMR.
• Performs phlebotomy in multiple settings
• Performs phlebotomy on patients by the appropriate method, using aseptic techniques, and within appropriate timeframes. Obtain throat and nasal collections.
• Properly identifies patients prior to phlebotomy with two (2) means of identification.
• Properly labels all specimens with required information at patient's side
• Disposes of contaminated sharps, blood and/or body fluids in accordance with Infection Prevention policies.
• Performs assigned waived testing
• Performs daily, weekly, monthly, and as needed preventative maintenance according to schedule. Performs daily start up and function checks prior to patient specimen testing.
• Performs assigned post-analytical procedures
• Adheres to laboratory quality control policies and maintains accurate records of them. Recognizes out-of-control results and notifies supervisory personnel.
• Responsible for ordering of supplies..
• Answers the phone in a professional and pleasant manner and provide information requested.
• Maintains accurate and complete documentation.
• Demonstrates the ability to navigate and perform functions accurately and efficiently with computer software applicable to the department
• Interacts in a positive, responsible and cooperative manner with patients, physicians, co-workers and managers..

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Certification as a phlebotomist desired
• Requires the ability to work independently and to react calmly and effectively, and to move at a fast pace to meet deadlines for emergency procedures.
• Requires the ability to interact positively with physicians, nursing staff, and patients
• Obtains CPR certification within 90 days of hire and maintains it.
• Requires critical thinking skills using logic and reasoning.
• Requires development of working relationships with direct coworkers and other department staff, and maintaining them over time

Apply to join out team today!

Salary : $17 - $25