Wyoming Staffing
Phlebotomist Job
The Phlebotomist will obtain and prepare specimens for analysis and performs various screening tests. Duties/Responsibilities:
- Obtains blood specimens and collects nonblood specimens such as urine, sputum, and throat swabs for laboratory testing.
- Performs screening tests and reports results.
- Processes specimens to prepare them for laboratory testing.
- Prepares specimens for reference laboratory dispatch and testing.
- Resolves ambiguous and/or unusual test orders by contacting the physician of the order, pathologist, nursing station, or reference laboratory. Refers unresolved orders back to the originator for further clarification before collecting samples or processing specimens. Makes the supervisor aware of unresolved orders.
- Contributes to the general laboratory functions and institutional needs.
- Attends regular department staff meetings and in-service training.
- Maintains compliance with laboratory and hospital policies and procedures, and safety practices.
- Keeps the work area neat and clean and restocks daily supplies.
- Adheres to department policies.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education/Certifications/Licenses:
- High school diploma or the equivalent.
- Phlebotomy certification preferred.
Experience:
- One to two years of experience in an Phlebotomy role.
- Previous experience or education in a health-related field helpful.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Must satisfactorily complete the on-the-job training provided by the Phlebotomy/Accession Lab Supervisor during a probationary period unless extension is granted by the laboratory manager.
- Good communication skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and certification for CPR preferred.
Physical, Mental Demands/Working Environment:
- Physical Requirements: Light work - exerting up to 15 pounds of force occasionally (up to 33% of the time). Requires the ability to work designated shift lengths (including 8 and 12 hours). Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and standing, bending and moving.
Benefit:
- Health Insurance: The company covers 100% of health insurance premiums, including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance coverage.
- Supplemental Insurance: Employees have voluntary access to additional policies such as hospital, cancer coverage, accident insurance, and voluntary life through a supplemental provider.
- Retirement Benefits: Enjoy a generous retirement plan with a competitive company match---no waiting period required!
- PTO: Benefit from generous PTO policy.
- Professional Development: HH&WC supports the professional growth of all employees by offering assistance for continuing or additional education with HR approval.