Phlebotomist 1.0 days

Franciscan Health Lafayette East Campus 1701 S Creasy Ln Lafayette, Indiana 47905 The Phlebotomist of Ambulatory Services is cross trained to perform a variety of duties while working collaboratively with the providers and office leadership. In this role you will be responsible for venipunctures and finger sticks, processing requisitions, and preparing specimens to send to the laboratory for processing. This role may require recording vitals, taking patient history, and rooming patients for examination under the supervision of the provider WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm Obtains blood specimens from patients by performing venipuncture or finger sticks; collects urine specimens; always follows standard precautions; disposes of all sharp in appropriate sharp containers; prioritizes Stat versus scheduled blood draws. Identifies correct patient by using two identifiers and compares to requisition. Identifies appropriate color top tube and the volume of blood needed for each test. Completes the requisition forms and properly labels specimens. Identifies test as in house or send out; based on where test to be completed, completes paperwork and prepares specimen based on the criteria. Reviews electronic health record to confirm test ordered is appropriate and diagnosis is assigned. Assists with clinic operations and patient care functions including rooming patients and collecting vital signs Maintains a clean environment prepared for patient care. Monitors supplies and inventory to ensure sufficient levels. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulation. Qualifications Required High School Diploma/GED 6 months Background in medical laboratory and/or knowledge of medical terminology Preferred 6 months Phlebotomy Required Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association Certified Phlebotomist Technologist (CPT) - National Phlebotomy Association (NPA) TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Never or Rarely EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.