PHLEBOTOMIST II, BCH-CLINICAL LAB

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WHAT IT'S LIKE AT SGMC HEALTH

Purpose . No matter your role or area that you work in, at SGMC Health we are collectively working towards goals that will make our community a better place.

Excellence . We strive to do the right thing the right way, are accountable in all we do, require competence of our people, and are compassionate in our service.

Team Spirit. We encourage team effort, support personal and professional development, acknowledge individual talents and skills, and support innovation and empowerment.

Award Winning Performance. We are committed to providing the best care possible and we are proud to be recognized locally, statewide, and nationally for the exceptional care that our staff provides.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE SGMC HEALTH

SGMC has great benefit options, depending on the role that you are going into– including healthcare, supplementary benefits, ways to save for the future, opportunities for career advancement, and opportunities to expand your skill set. Some of these great benefit options are listed below:

• Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
• Company paid life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program

JOB LOCATION : Berrien Campus

DEPARTMENT: BER - CLINICAL LAB

SCHEDULE: Full Time, 8HR Evening Shift, Mon-Fri, rotating Sat

POSITION SUMMARY:

Obtain and process specimens from inpatients and outpatients according to SGMC Health laboratory policy/procedures using correct and strict patient identification and in sufficient sample quantity for the performance of laboratory tests as ordered by the physician. Responsible for accurate entry of laboratory requests, patient demographics, and billing information using the hospital’s Lab system and HBOC system. Is a Public Relations representative from the Laboratory to the Laboratory's customers. Perform various other non-routine departmental support activities as directed by Phlebotomy Manager. Transport patient specimens of UN3373 / Category B type from outpatient customers to the Laboratory, using SGMC Health Lab vehicles. Will NOT transport UN 2814 or UN 2900 samples or narcotics.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• High school graduate or GED preferred.
• Prior experience in phlebotomy or medical assistance training preferred.
• Phlebotomy Certification required.
• Current in CPR certification.
• Competence in phlebotomy, general office skills, and medical terminology.
• Demonstrate manual dexterity, specifically hand-eye coordination.
• Demonstrate accuracy, and attention to detail in performing data entry.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, but frequent walking is also required.
• Effective communication skills in dealing with the public, physicians and other hospital staff are required.
• Temperament suited to short cycle repetitive work.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide phlebotomy for laboratory testing appropriate to the age of the patients seen in their assigned area.
• Must be able to assess and interpret data or signs about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide the care needed by our patient groups (i. e. , neo-nate, pediatric, adolescent and/or geriatric).
• Normal color vision necessary.
• Must possess a valid and current driver’s license and have a good driving record history in accordance with SGMCs insurance carrier’s standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS - ADA INFORMATION: Modern hospital Laboratories with access to patient areas and physician offices. Work activities will include: light lifting (not to exceed 25 pounds), walking, sitting, standing, stooping, bending, twisting, and pushing objects. Must be about to operate office equipment, computer terminals and keyboards, computerized lab equipment and an automobile. Must be able / certified to perform CPR.

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