Phlebotomist, Float, Per Diem-Nights

Phlebotomist Collects blood specimens by venipuncture and capillary from patients. Performs EKG, pulse oximetry, and point-of-care testing on inpatients and outpatients as required. Major Responsibilities Performs venipuncture and capillary phlebotomy procedures on patients using appropriate specimen collection equipment and techniques. Review requisition and orders from physicians to ensure appropriate tests are drawn and tests meet guidelines for Medical Necessity. Prepares Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) for tests that do not meet Medical Necessity guidelines and obtains appropriate signatures from patient and self. Perform EKG, pulse oximetry and point-of-care testing procedures as requested and associated quality control and maintenance of instrumentation. Processes specimens including centrifugation, pour‑off, aliquoting, labeling, and packaging. Provides essential patient data and insurance information for registration of specimens. May create registration for outreach specimens in Hospital Admission/Discharge/Transfer (ADT) system. Position Qualifications Education: High School graduate with successful completion from a recognized program for training in phlebotomy or prior documented experience performing phlebotomy. License/Certification: Basic life support certification required within 3 months of employment. Maintenance of annual competencies in BLS. Equal Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr UMass Memorial Health