Mobile Phlebotomist – Bethlehem Area Position Available In Northampton, Pennsylvania

Mobile Phlebotomist – Bethlehem Area
locations
Bethlehem, PA – 801 Ostrum St
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 3 Days Ago
job requisition id
R127765
St. Luke’s is proud of the skills, experience andpassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke’s are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwaveringmitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in themunities we serve, regardless of a patient’s ability to pay for health care.
The Mobile Phlebotomist is responsible for drawing patients’ blood at locations other than a Patient Service Center or hospital.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Interprets verbal and written physician orders
Obtains blood specimens from patients using appropriate blood collection equipment (needles, lancets, etc.) and follows safe practices according to the Laboratory Specimen Collection Manual and Phlebotomy Procedure Manual in a timely manner
W​ork respectfully with the mobile scheduler, making sure propermunication is relayed daily. Keep patients informed of any delays
Responsible for handling and processing laboratory specimens according to Accession Procedure Manual including operation of a centrifuge and proper specimen transfer and storage
Demonstrate efficient time utilization in the patient home, at home base, and in preparation for and travel to and from the visit
Perform skills independently according to department procedures. Researches and/or obtains needed information prior to the patient visit
Assume personal responsibility to keep informed of currentmunications and trends within the department
Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within SLUHN Entity as well as the proper release of information
Personally and proactively review for understanding andply with all Network and departmental policies and procedures

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Ability to operate a motor vehicle to travel to any location within theservice area to collect specimens. Employee must have the ability to sit for up to two hours at a time. Manual dexterity is required to perform the essential functions of a phlebotomist. In a typical workday, the manual dexterity and ability to use fingers/hands for repetitive action would include palpating veins, rare grasping and occasional twisting/turning. The phlebotomist must have the ability to use upper extremities for occasional lifting and frequent carrying of objects weighing up to twenty pounds as well as the ability to frequently stoop/bend. Additional physical requirements would include stabilizing and holding uncooperative outpatients. Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English. Sensory requirements include the ability for touching, hearing normal conversation, and seeing with general vision.

EDUCATION

High School graduate or equivalent required. Associates degree preferred. Graduate from an accredited phlebotomy school with a minimum of 100 successful draws.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Two years phlebotomy experience required. Three to five years of phlebotomy experience preferred. Basicputers skill required. Requires independent judgment in the performance of the assigned duties. Strong customer service focus. Bi-lingual English/Spanish or Arabic preferred. Must have valid driver’s license, proof of valid car insurance, and personal and reliable transportation.