What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist (32 hours per week) #3454 position at Reedsburg Area Medical Center?
We are seeking a Phlebotomist to become part of our expanding team in our lab!
Working 32 hours per week!
Various shift times starting between 530AM -1:00P
Job Description:
The Phlebotomist initiates specimen collection for the acquisition of blood or body fluids to perform necessary laboratory testing. He/she processes and distributes these specimens to other personnel for the testing process and performs uncomplicated testing procedures, as directed by position description.
Education and Training Required:
- Completion of a Medical Assistant program at an accredited school or documentation of equivalent college courses, “or” Completion of accredited six (6) week phlebotomy program, "or" A high school diploma with emphasis on science and a willingness to learn the necessary skills during a minimum 6 week period under direct Medical Technologist supervision.
- BLS certified.
Physical Requirements:
- Frequently stand and walk.
- Frequently lift/carry up to 25 pounds, while carrying a drawing tray or handling lab supplies.
- Occasionally push and pull with up to 25 pounds of force for transporting patients in wheelchairs and moving equipment.
- Occasionally bends to knees to draw patients.
- Frequently uses sense of touch to determine adequacy of site for venipuncture.
- Continuously involved in the use of levers, knobs, switches and other manipulations.
Potential Hazards:
- OSHA Blood Borne/TB Classification Class I – Occupational exposure to blood and Other Potentially Infectious materials (OPIMs) is reasonably expected to occur in routine performance duties.
- Continual exposure to blood/body fluids and needles/syringes/sharps during specimen collection.
- Occasional exposure to chemical compounds utilized in specimen preservation.
- Occasional exposure to moving instrumentation parts.
- Occasional exposure to potentially dangerous patient situations.
Why Join RAMC?
Reedsburg Area Medical Center is nationally ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare. We offer a supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package for employees working 20 hours per week.
Our Benefits Include:
- Health, dental, and vision
- Employer-paid life, disability, and wellness programs
- 401(k) with match
- PTO, holiday pay, and shift/weekend differentials
- Employee wellness perks like free fitness classes and massage discounts
- Recognition programs, fun team activities, and employee appreciation events