PHLEBOTOMIST - Evenings
Loyola

Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Evening Shift

Description:
Loyola Medicine, treating the whole person with compassion-to \"also treat the human spirit.\" The Laboratory Department seeks a Phlebotomist to collect quality biological samples for laboratory testing from all patient populations.

Shift: Full Time Evenings
Hours: 2:30pm - 11:00am Monday through Friday
8 hours shift
In this role, the Phlebotomist uses approved techniques to collect quality biological samples for laboratory testing from all patient populations (pediatric through geriatric); and performs electrocardiograms (EKG's) for cardiology interpretation, all while focusing on the needs of the patient and exemplifying the service excellence goals of care, concern, respect and cooperation.

Position Responsibilities

• Obtains blood specimens by skin puncture or venipuncture using appropriate technique, which maintains the quality integrity of the specimen to ensure valid test results. Correctly performs and transmits electrocardiograms for interpretation. Maintains a safe, neat & orderly work environment.

• Communicates effectively and respectfully with patients and family members to meet their needs during phlebotomy and EKG procedures. Correctly identifies patients prior to phlebotomy. Provides clear instructions to patients for patient collected (non-blood) specimens. Consistently maintains patient confidentiality.

• Correctly releases tests ordered by physicians in EPIC using order release guidelines and/or accurately enters test orders from manual requisitions. Accurately enters phlebotomy and EKG charges.

• Maintains awareness of and adheres to all regulatory requirements (CLIA, CAP, IDPH, Joint Commission, etc.)

• Participates in departmental quality improvement activities as directed by supervisor/manager. Utilizes time and resources effectively to promote quality, cost-effective outcomes.

Magis & Service Excellence Accountabilities:

• Responsible for consistently demonstrating our Magis values of Care, Concern, Respect and Cooperation through teamwork and effective communication in an effort to prevent and solve problems and to achieve quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction and a safe environment.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining an environment of service excellence as outlined in the Service Excellence standards.

Position Requirements

Required:

• High School Diploma plus training acquired through work experience or education
• Less than one year of previous job-related experience

Preferred:

• 1-2 years of previous job-related experience
• Associates Degree OR equivalent training acquired via work experience or education

Licensure/Certifications:

Required:

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ASCP)
• CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
• Other: Required phlebotomy certification and CPR must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Certifying agencies: ASPT - American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians, NCCT - National Center for Competency Testing, NHA - National Healthcare Association (CPT), NPA - National Phlebotomy Association

Computer Skills:

Required:

• Basic Keyboarding Skills

Preferred:

• EPIC
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Misys

Required Skills:

• Ability to analyze and interpret data
• Ability to communicate verbally
• Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people
• Ability to deal with stressful situations
• Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures
• Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks
• Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to organize workflow
• Ability to perform basic filing, office procedures and word processing
• Ability to work as an effective team member

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

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