Phlebotomy Training Coordinator - Casual

Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in. Job Summary Location: Medical Office Building - MWH Address: 717 N 190th Plaza - Elkhorn, NE Work Schedule: This is a casual position. Casual employees work on an ‘as needed’ basis to meet the needs of the business. Work days/hours will often vary from week to week Monday through Friday, hours between 7am-5pm. To provide phlebotomy training leadership to ensure proper and safe technique and patient comfort levels. Oversee laboratory specimen processing, date input inventory and equipment processing to ensure processes are streamlines, and adhere to compliance requirements. Responsibilities Promote and train consistent phlebotomy skills by meeting with employees, writing improvement plans and following up with those employees. Maintain section materials to ensure adequate supplies by taking inventory and placing orders as assigned. Perform maintenance and function checks of various equipment (i.e. centrifuges, freezers, refrigerators) and notify the team leader of variations. Maintain a clean and orderly section to ensure a safe working environment by assisting in cleaning and organizing supplies and work areas. Process patient specimens appropriately and in a safe manner to ensure accurate and timely test results. Accurately enter patient information (i.e. demographics, test orders, test results) in the computer to ensure timely reports to caregivers. Promote and maintain communication within the laboratory and clinic, as well as with hospital personnel, couriers and clients to facilitate excellent laboratory services. Prioritize and organize work to facilitate the timely and accurate completion of multiple tasks simultaneously. Participate as a team member to facilitate the efficiency and effectiveness of the section by utilizing interpersonal skills in communication, cooperation and assisting coworkers in all areas. Education High School Diploma or General Educational Development (G.E.D.) required. Experience Minimum of 2 years phlebotomy experience required. Experience with patient venipuncture of all ages preferred. Experience with laboratory specimen processing and/or laboratory supply/equipment maintenance preferred. License/Certifications Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent professional organization required within 6 months of hire. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Knowledge of phlebotomy practices and venipuncture specimen and safety procedures. Knowledge of laboratory processes, inventory, and equipment. Skill in phlebotomy procedures for all ages, and for all degrees of difficulty. Ability to coordinate laboratory training functions for clinical personnel. Ability to maintain patient confidentiality. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing including one to one training activities. Participates in mandatory in services. Physical Requirements Weight Demands Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force. Physical Activity Not necessary for the position (0%): Climbing Crawling Kneeling Occasionally performed (1%-33%): Balancing Carrying Crouching Lifting Pulling/Pushing Sitting Frequently performed (34%-66%): Distinguish colors Grasping Keyboarding/typing Reaching Repetitive motions Speaking/talking Twisting Constantly performed (67%-100%): Hearing Seeing/Visual Standing Stooping/bending Walking Job Hazards Not Related: Chemical agents (toxic, corrosive, flammable, latex) Equipment/Machinery/Tools Explosives (pressurized gas) Electrical Shock/Static Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (X-ray, CT, etc.) Radiation Non-Ionizing (ultraviolet, visible light, infrared, microwaves) Mechanical moving parts/vibrations Rare (1-33%): Biological agents (airborne and bloodborne viruses) (jobs with patient contact) Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) About Methodist Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Nebraska Methodist Health System is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nebraska Methodist Health System