Phlebotomist

Show Map Location 4300 Bartlett St, Homer, AK, 99603, United States Base Pay $25.10 / Hour Job Category Technical Employee Type Active - Full-Time Description Join a dynamic healthcare team at South Peninsula Hospital, where you can make a direct impact on patient care while developing valuable phlebotomy and clerical skills. HIGHLIGHTS • Work at the forefront of patient care with a mix of phlebotomy and clerical duties, providing support in laboratory and clinical settings as needed. • Community-Centric: Pairing small town values with industry-leading standards, South Peninsula Hospital values and invests in our staff and deeply cares about our patients.  • Benefits: South Peninsula Hospital provides industry-leading benefits, including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance with up to a $2000 HRA and generous PTO. Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs are available.  RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform phlebotomy on neonates, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics in both laboratory and clinical settings. • Accurately input patient data and test results into the computer system using Excel, Word, and order entry systems. • Provide clerical support such as filing, answering phones, and maintaining patient records. • Assist in pre-analytical, limited analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing. • Cross-train and provide coverage in various laboratory or clinical departments as necessary, based on staffing needs. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE • High school diploma or equivalent required. • Certification as a medical assistant or phlebotomist preferred. • Strong customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members. • Experience with a wide range of patient age groups, including neonates, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics. • Moderate knowledge of medical and laboratory terminology. • Excellent verbal, written, and clerical skills, with attention to detail. • Proficiency in computer applications, including order entry, Excel, and Word. • Strong dexterity skills are essential.  • Ability to meet physical demands of the job, including lifting, standing, gripping, and bending for extended periods. ENVIRONMENT The South Peninsula Hospital is a combined 22-bed Acute Care Critical Access Hospital and 28-bed Long Term Care facility located at the southern end of the Kenai Peninsula in South-Central Alaska. The laboratory is a biohazard environment. Employees must adhere to the laboratory safety plan in the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when performing job duties. The position requires: 1. Frequent contact with water (hand washing and cleaning) 2. Frequent contact with potential biohazards including blood and other body fluids. 3. Exposure to potential hazard by a sharps injury, such as a needlesticks. 4. OSHA risk factor: Category 1 Additional Information FTE 0.8 Position type Union Shift Type Days Hours Variable days of the week EEO Notice We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any prohibited characteristics.

Work, play, and live in beautiful Homer, Alaska, on stunning Kachemak Bay! Wonderful quality of life in Homer – friendly people, quality public schools, comprehensive health and wellness care, a vibrant art community, amazing restaurants and world class recreational opportunities – hiking, fishing (salmon, halibut and more!), kayaking, boating, sightseeing and much more!

South Peninsula Hospital (SPH) is the healthcare provider of choice, with a dynamic and dedicated team committed to service excellence. SPH has been three times named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital out of more than 1,300 critical access hospitals nationwide, based on the iVantage Health Analytic's Hospital Strength survey. 

SPH, located in the heart of Homer, Alaska, is a 22-bed Acute Care, 9-bed Emergency Department, 3 room Labor and Delivery, critical access hospital with an attached 28-bed Long Term Care facility. Our staff of over 500 uses state-of-the art technology and equipment to provide services to our rural community of over 15,000 residents. Homer is located on the Kenai Peninsula, and about a four hour drive to Anchorage.

We offer excellent benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, $2,000 annual Health Reimbursement Account, 403b retirement plan, $500 annual Health & Wellness reimbursement, generous paid time off/vacation time, student loan assistance, tuition reimbursement, and a relocation bonus!

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