Phlebotomist, Lab, PRN

Phlebotomist, Lab, PRN Amberwell Atchison

• Atchison, KS 66002 Apply Overview Position Type PRN (As needed
• no set schedule) Job Shift PRN
• As Needed, no set Shift Education Level High School Travel Percentage Travel Between Amberwell Locations Category Laboratory Apply Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Phlebotomists are responsible for obtaining blood specimens and collecting nonblood specimens such as urine, sputum, and throat swabs for laboratory testing. Phlebotomists have a strong eye for detail, excellent interpersonal skills, proficient verbal and written English skills, and the ability to prioritize a variety of tasks. Responsibilities for a phlebotomist include but are not limited to: Preparing patients before drawing blood Explaining blood draw procedures to patients and answering any questions about the process Verifying patient information and labeling blood samples properly Accurately updating patient information in the organization's database Helping nervous or frightened patients remain calm during blood draws 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 Maintains compliance with laboratory and hospital policies and procedures, and safety practices. Keeps work area neat and clean and restocks daily supplies.

ABOUT AMBERWELL HEALTH

Amberwell Health is a healthcare system dedicated to improving the health and wellness of the communities we serve, providing compassionate healthcare with clinical excellence. Amberwell locations include several complete care facilities that provide a full spectrum of patient care services including inpatient, surgical, orthopedic, maternal, health at home, emergency care services. In addition, Amberwell clinic locations offer primary care and specialty care services. Amberwell Health supports service lines and locations across the system with a range of support services including radiology, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, rehabilitation therapy, occupational health, infusion, nutrition, pharmacy, administrative services, and many other specialty services.

AMBERWELL CULTURE

Amazing Amberwell employees are at the heart of a workplace focused on competencies with our cultural values. Excellence in healthcare is expected and our patients deserve nothing less. Our culture competencies range from warm greetings in the hall to providing patients with "wow" experiences in each department. At Amberwell, we go beyond excellence to provide the unexpected. At Amberwell, you will find a professional environment that values consistency, collaboration, and patient-first decision making. Servant leadership is both modeled and mentored, with a focus on regular appreciation. Amberwell employees enjoy many appreciation events and activities to help them know just how important they are to our organization, our patients, and our communities. To learn more about Amberwell Health, our affiliated organizations, and available career opportunities, visit careers.amberwellhealth.org. Qualifications

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

Required:

None Preferred Experience:

1 year experience in a healthcare clinical setting

Education:

Required:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Preferred:

Completion of an accredited

Medical Assistant Program Certification:

Required:

BLS Preferred:

Phlebotomy Certification or Medical Assistant Certification Share job details to