What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist position at Salem Health?
Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering market-leading pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind.
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Your Role With Us:
We’re looking for someone to join our team as a Phlebotomist. If you enjoy giving exceptional care to patients and thrive in a team environment we encourage you to apply.
As the Inpatient Phlebotomist you will be asked to perform a variety of specimen collections for laboratory testing and will also perform bedside testing in a variety of settings:
The collections will be of:
- Venous – evacuated tube, syringe, butterfly
- Arterial
- Skin puncture
The testing may include, but not be limited to:
- Blood gas tests
- Coagulation tests
- Chemistry tests
- Hematology tests
- POC tests
The locations will include, but not be limited to:
- Emergency Department
- Inpatient
- Pre-surgery
- Recovery
Total Rewards Offerings:
Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
- Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- Basic and voluntary life insurance
- Short and long-term disability
- Live Well Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay
- Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
- Education assistance program
- Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer https://studentaid.gov/
- Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria.
- Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others.
Background/Expertise:
- Minimum of High School Diploma or GED required.
- Completion of an accredited phlebotomy program OR adequate draw/work experience creating eligibility to sit for a nationally recognized certification exam required.
- One (1) year of phlebotomy experience OR successful completion of a phlebotomy school program.
- Clinical rotation at Salem Health preferred.
- National recognized Phlebotomy Certificate or agrees to obtain at individuals own expense within six (6) months of hire date.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org
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