Laboratory Technical Assistant- Phlebotomist -Hospital

Description 1.0 FTE - Evening ShiftStarting Pay - $20.57 - $25.72 (Based on Experience)Offers for external candidates are generally made between the minimum and midpoint of the range, based on experience.At Olmsted Medical Center, we value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. To keep up with the evolving trends, Olmsted Medical Center offers the following for employees who are employed at a 0.5 FTE or higher.Medical InsuranceDental InsurancePaid Time OffVision InsuranceBasic Life InsuranceTuition ReimbursementEmployer Paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term DisabilityAdoption Assistance PlanMinimum Qualifications:Medical terminology preferredComputer data entry skills preferredPhlebotomy experience/certification preferredPrevious laboratory experience preferredBLS certification within 90 days of hireCore Competencies:Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection techniques according to established protocols, procedures, and standards of laboratory practice.Performs waived laboratory testing according to established protocols, procedures, and standards of laboratory science practice.Manages patient orders accurately and efficiently.Performs specimen processing and handling according to established protocols, procedures, and standards of laboratory practice.Applies patient safety standards and patient management methods to laboratory practice.Job Responsibilities:Demonstrates proficiency in phlebotomy collection techniques and patient management, including venipuncture, capillary puncture, and (as applies) arterial puncture and therapeutic phlebotomy.Demonstrates proficiency in patient preparation and specimen collection techniques for throat culture, urine, and other requested specimens.Demonstrates proficiency in waived level testing for immunology, urinalysis, chemistry, and hematology (as applies).Demonstrates proficiency in documenting patient specimen flow in Laboratory Information System (LIS).Processes specimens according to requirements, including preparation of specimens for dispatch to external labs as needed.Maintains a safe work environment and complies with standards for safe practice and standard precautions.Assists with new employee orientation and training.Performs other duties as requested.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.