Phlebotomist - PRN Job at Wyoming Staffing in Worland

Phlebotomist Position at Banner Washakie Medical Center

Come join the team at Banner Washakie Medical Center in Worland, WY and do good work on behalf of better health. This is a per diem phlebotomist position. This position may be located within a hospital facility, patient service center (PSC), in office phlebotomy (IOP) or mobile diagnostic services (MDS). This position may be responsible to provide coverage at multiple locations. This position is responsible for the collection and receipt of biological specimens into the department, their proper entry into the company's computer system, the preparation of samples for analytical testing and/or the distribution of these specimens to the proper analytical area. This includes responsibility for pre and post aspects of analytical testing. This position will also perform specified analytical testing as assigned. Follows the guidelines of the Code of Conduct. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

Core functions include:

• Specimen collection
• General laboratory specimen processing
• Referral laboratory processing
• Ensuring correct patient and specimen identification and specimen integrity by using appropriate techniques for all age criteria as required
• Managing client relationship within compliance regulations to ensure that their needs are met and Sonora Quests' business objectives are satisfied
• Entering and verifying patient demographics, location, physician data, tests requested, time and date of collection, appropriate clinical information, and all other pertinent data found on requisitions and computer-generated orders as required for processing and billing
• Verifying accuracy of entered information
• Verifying appropriateness of specimens received
• Aliquoting and labeling specimens according to established departmental procedures and practices, delivering specimens to the technical area in a timely manner and/or performing initial processing and preparation of samples for transport
• Assisting in monitoring workflow and training of new employees
• Focusing on quality by assuring that all work performed is accurate and complete
• Completing documents legibly and accurately per site protocol
• Following established methods and practices
• Maintaining familiarity with departmental procedures
• Using appropriate documentation to record communications
• Initiating computer generated reports as required for patient reporting and quality assurance monitoring
• Meeting departmental standards for productivity and quality as currently defined
• Actively participating and providing input to dept/system via committees or Six Sigma teams
• Maintaining acceptable specimen rejection rates and meeting the departmental standards for productivity and quality as currently defined
• Participating in departmental financial responsibilities through the appropriate use of supplies and materials
• Avoiding excessive waste
• Participating in department initiatives to reduce costs and improve service
• Basic knowledge of billing
• Commitment to error free work environment
• Communicating courteously and professionally with internal and external customers
• Interacting with co-workers with an emphasis on teamwork and a focus on customer service
• All employees must be able to work all areas/departments/shifts as assigned
• Resolving basic service issues
• Attending meetings and remaining current with internal/external communications, i.e. e-mail, newsletters, etc.
• Acknowledging and understanding the importance of 'Patient Rights' and privacy (HIPAA)

Minimum qualifications include:

• Minimum age requirement of 18
• High School diploma or equivalent may be required dependent on state regulatory requirements
• Basic knowledge of department resource materials
• Completion of a phlebotomy program or phlebotomy experience
• Position may require DHS Fingerprinting Certification or the ability to obtain fingerprint certification
• Dependent on department/location, candidate must possess a valid state driver's license in the state of employment and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy
• Float positions require travel and flexible hours required to work multiple locations and required to cover at mobile phlebotomy facilities/in-office phlebotomy locations with minimal notice. Must be flexible and available based on staffing requirements, weekends, holidays and overtime. May be required to work occasional on-call duties weekends, evenings and early AM.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Additional related education and/or experience

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