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Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Job Summary

 In accordance with the mission of Diley Ridge Medical Center, the Phlebotomist places patient

orders; collects and labels specimens utilizing positive patient identification. Processes and

prepares specimens for transport as needed. Produces reports for faxing or delivery as needed

and communicates appropriate information to the healthcare team.

 Functioning in the spirit of teamwork and cooperation, responsible and accountable for the delivery

of care and services to patients served within the Medical Center campus, this may include

acceptance of duties, responsibilities and / or special projects not specified within this Job

Description.

Job Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Licensure / Certification: Phlebotomy certification desirable, but not required.

Experience: Phlebotomy and basic computer skills required.

Effective communication skills.

Working knowledge of medical terminology is desirable.

Detail oriented, able to work with minimal supervision.

Ability to effectively function in stressful situations.

Ability to work a flexible schedule, as needed.

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Job Responsibilities

 Exhibits each of the Service Excellence Behavior Standards holding self and others accountable and role modeling excellence for all to see. For example: demonstrates friendliness and courtesy, effective communication creates a professional environment and provides first class service.

 Meets population specific and all other competencies according to department requirements.

 Promotes a Culture of Safety by adhering to policy, procedures and plans that are in place to prevent workplace injury, violence or adverse outcome to colleagues and patients.

 Relationship-based Care: Creates a caring and healing environment that keeps the patient and family at the center of care throughout their experience at Diley Ridge Medical Center following the principles of our interdisciplinary care delivery system.

 Customer Service - Establishes, maintains and improves strong positive relationships with the medical staff, the public, other Diley Ridge Medical Center departments and own department staff.

 Greet all patients in a friendly and gracious manner, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere.

 Obtains all patient information in a private and confidential manner.

 Places patient orders accurately.

 Identifies each patient accurately by verifying date of birth, spelling of last and first name.

 Collects specimens utilizing professional and accepted practices: Venipuncture, Capillary puncture and Urine Collection.

 Labels all specimens accurately.

 Transports specimens in a timely manner.

 Processes specimens per laboratory procedure.

 Answers telephone promptly and handles all calls with courtesy and efficiency. Provides

appropriate results and delivers accurate messages regarding specimen collection and processing.

 Maintains adequate supply levels for assigned areas.

 Maintains a safe environment following hospital policies and procedures, performs required safety checks.

 Maintains a high level of quality assurance.

 Reports all quality concerns according to policy.

 Cancels and charges in LIS at Lab Supervisor’s direction.

Other Job Responsibilities:

 Responsible for compliance with Organizational Integrity through raising questions and promptly reporting actual or potential wrongdoing.

 Participates in and coordinates with organizational process to collect and evaluate information about hazards and safety practices that are used to identify safety management issues.

Adheres to established policies and procedures, which may include wearing of personal protective equipment.

 Participates in and fosters a performance improvement approach that includes both

intradepartmental and interdepartmental activities.

 Fulfills on-call coverage requirement and participates in the weekend & holiday rotations.

 Assists in maintaining supplies.

 Exhibits a customer service and community focus.

 Fosters a climate that will assist Diley Ridge Medical Center to fulfill its mission.

 Accepts other responsibilities as assigned.

Participates in continuing education activities.

Attends department specific meetings.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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.

EOE including disability/veteran