PHLEBOTOMIST - Weekend Shift

This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.General DutiesPerforms venipuncture and skin puncture on all patient age groups in accordance with department SOPPerforms appropriate patient identification according to SOP, utilizing at least two patient identifiers when collecting and labeling specimens at the bedside in the presence of the patientLabels aliquots using at least two patient identifiersTranscribes orders from outside providers as necessaryResponds to applicable code teams as neededAdherence to universal and special precautions outlined by laboratory and organizational policiesWorkload ManagementAdheres to SOP in using handheld devices for specimen collectionMonitors collection list and documents status of outstanding collectionsMonitors expected list for pending lab testAnswers phone calls, demonstrating appropriate customer service skillsMust work weekends and holidays as assignedInventory ManagementEnsures specimen collection supplies are available and within expiration datesNotifies laboratory leadership when supplies are falling below thresholds or expiration dates are upcomingStocks phlebotomy supplies when deliveries are receivedStocks phlebotomy carts with supplies, ensuring adequate inventory available on cart for next shiftSpecimen Handling and ReceiptEnsures that specimens are updated to received status and collection date/time, collector, and receipt date/time is accurateDelivers specimens to the appropriate Lab Section.Quality Assurance Related DutiesCommunicates complaints or problems to department supervisorMinimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or Equivalent required.Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (CPR, BLS) - American Heart AssociationPreferred: Phlebotomy Certification or LSBME Lab Assistant or Phlebotomy licenseWork Shift:Variable Hours (United States of America)LCMC Health is a community.Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinaryAbout West Jefferson Medical CenterWest Jefferson Medical Center, a cornerstone of LCMC Health's incredible community of care, is regionally recognized and nationally accredited. For over 60 years, we've been the hospital-of-choice on the west bank of Jefferson Parish for health, wellness, and family-centered care. Learn more about West Jefferson Medical Center and our Leapfrog "Grade A" Hospital Safety distinctionYour extrasDeliver healthcare with heart.Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information.To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background.To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed.To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.