Phlebotomist - Per Diem

Phlebotomist

Collects blood, urine and swab specimens for use for clinical analysis, evaluations, and/or diagnostic purposes. May work at any of the three locations of Grays Harbor Public Hospital District #1.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Greets patients and instructs them in proper specimen collection methods.
• Draw blood specimens by using venipuncture, finger stick or heel stick in various settings (Outpatient, ER, Inpatient)
• Collect throat or nasal specimens.
• Processes specimens for use by Lab Techs or for sending to Reference Lab.
• Perform CLIA waived testing and certain NON-CLIA waived testing
• Collects and processes Drug Screens for Pre-Employment and NON-DOT Post Accidents.
• Answers phone and routes calls, if necessary, to appropriate staff.
• Assists in inventory of laboratory supplies and stocks work area as needed.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned by Department or Clinic Manager which may include duties outside of the laboratory.

Organizational Responsibilities

• In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, all employees are expected to support the Summit Pacific Medical Center mission, vision and values; comply with SPMC policies and procedures; and conduct themselves in an ethical, professional, respectful, and collaborative manner at all times.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Six (6) months phlebotomy experience in a patient care setting preferred.
• Six (6) months of sample processing preferred.
• Six (6) months of CLIA waived testing preferred.

Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations

• A Current Washington State MA/Phlebotomist License obtained within 90-days of hire.
• Current BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Intermediate working knowledge and competence in laboratory processes, applications, and testing procedures.
• Proficient in the use of current technology, including Microsoft Office products. Ability to learn and effectively use electronic medical records and other systems and equipment.
• Working knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Good organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of assignments that require the use of independent judgment, problem-solving, organization, prioritization, and interpersonal skills.
• Shift at times will be variable, the ability to be flexible is required.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting < 10lbs: Frequent (30-70% of the time)
• Lifting 10-35lbs: Frequent (30-70% of the time)
• Lifting > 35lbs: Seldom (1-10% of the time)
• Carrying < 10lbs: Frequent (30-70% of the time)
• Carrying 10-35lbs: Frequent (30-70% of the time)
• Carrying > 35lbs: Seldom (1-10% of the time)
• Pushing/Pulling: Occasional (10-30% of the time)
• Sitting: Frequent (30-70% of the time)
• Standing: Constant (over 70% of the time)
• Walking: Constant (over 70% of the time)
• Bending/Stooping: Constant (over 70% of the time)
• Crouching: Seldom (1-10% of the time)

Sensory Requirements

• Vision: Within normal range, with or without corrective devices
• Hearing: Within normal range, with or without corrective devices
• Speech: Within normal range, with or without corrective devices

FTE:

0

Work Shift:

SVC Contract 12 hour shifts in a 40 hour work week

Working Location:

Elma, Washington