Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant - Laboratory - Grinnell - Full Time Swing Shift
Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant - Laboratory - Grinnell - Full Time Swing Shift
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Job Description
Overview
Provides patient reception clerical/computer support urine drug screen collection breath alcohol collection and phlebotomy (blood draw) and other services for the laboratory department under the direction of laboratory supervisory staff.
Why UnityPoint Health
At UnityPoint Health you matter. Were proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Beckers Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities no matter what life stage youre in. Here are just a few:
- Expect paid time off parental leave 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
- Dental and health insurance paid holidays short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
- Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities
Clerical / Reception
Performs computer operations and order entry duties using electronic medical record (EMR) and laboratory information system (LIS) ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Faxing reports as appropriate.
Follows proper telephone etiquette. Answers the telephone takes messages and directs inquires to the appropriate individual.
Receives specimens into LIS.
Performs registration functions as required.
Scheduling drug screens breath alcohol tests and paternity tests in scheduling system.
Phlebotomy
Verifies identity of patient.
Collects and prepares specimens for analysis or other medical purposes utilizing appropriate equipment.
Accurately labels specimens.
Distributes specimens for processing.
Able to collect blood cultures using proper sterile technique.
Able to collect newborn specimens including newborn screens using proper technique.
Able to perform phlebotomy (blood draw) on patients of all ages.
Other Duties
Urine Drug Screen Collections.
Breath Alcohol Collections.
Paternity Testing Collections.
Issues appropriate specimen collection containers to patients as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsible for inventory and restocking phlebotomy areas.
Assists in orientation and training of new employees.
Cleans and stores appropriate area and equipment.
This position may be assigned a specific mission to address in an emergency situation to assist in disaster response and recovery as part of the UnityPoint Health Des Moines Hospital Emergency Incident Command System (HEICS). Situations of a critical nature may require an individual to perform multiple tasks until additional support can be obtained.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education:
High school graduate or equivalent.
Graduate of an approved phlebotomist certification program preferred.
Experience:
Experience in healthcare field.
Phlebotomy experience required.
License(s)/Certification(s):
Valid drivers license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
Able to obtain DOT Drug Collection Certification within six months of hire.
Able to obtain Breath Alcohol Technician certification within six months of hire.
Employment Type
Full-Time
