Position Summary
The Phlebotomist will work in a fast-paced environment providing excellent care to our patients. You will ensure timely and accurate collection and labeling of patient specimens such as blood, sputum, urine, and stool in order to provide for the completion of clinical laboratory tests ordered by physicians. The successful candidate will also deliver excellent patient service, answer patient questions, act as a resource for patient information and strengthen the relationship between the patient and our entire medical facility.
Essential Job Functions
· Perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups
· Collect specimens for drug screens, medication levels, alcohol tests, etc.
· Communicates with Laboratory Services to obtain supplies and follow-up on results not received
· Perform data entry of patient information in accurate and timely manner
· Prepare all collected specimens for testing and analysis
· Maintain patient and specimen information logs
· Provide superior customer service to all patients
· Serve as a back-up for clinical team members as needed by controlling patient flow, performing EKG tests, obtaining blood pressure measurements, documentation vital signs in the EMR and administering injectables.
· Administrative and clerical duties as necessary
· Maintain a safe environment applying principles of medical asepsis, infection control techniques and universal precautions. Follow agency infection control plan and policies
· Follow all policies and procedures with regard to patient information protections, including mental health and alcohol-drug patient confidentiality (42 CFR) and HIPAA (45 CFR)
· Maintain and demonstrate a current working knowledge of applicable clinical procedures and nursing care based on company policy and State and Federal guidelines
· Actively and compassionately interact with patients to encourage engagement in treatment
· Utilize verbal and physical de-escalation techniques to manager behaviorally escalated/aggressive patients
· Demonstrate respect for, and enforce patient rights and maintain confidentiality as per HIPPA and agency policy
· Attend mandatory trainings and staff meetings
· Perform other duties as assigned within appropriate scope
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
· High School Diploma or equivalent required
· A currently Washington State certification as a medical assistant-phlebotomist (MA-P) Or a certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with a phlebotomist certification is required
· CPI Certification required within 6 months of hire (training provided by Valley Cities)
Experience:
· Two or more years’ experience in Phlebotomy preferred
· Psychiatric and / or Acute Care experience preferred, though not exclusionary
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
· Must be able to work with respect and tolerance in a multidisciplinary setting
· Psychological resilience: ability to tolerate the daily stress of an acute psychiatric care setting
· Able to interact with patients with sensitivity, tact, and respect while setting firm limits and boundaries with necessary
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks and demands
· Knowledge for theories of human behavior, personality development, and etiologies of psychiatric and substance use disorders
· Familiarity with Washington Administrative Code regulations and professional standards governing the care and treatment of mentally ill patients in the acute care setting
· Computer/technology literacy and proficiency
· Pass required WA State background checks
Working Conditions
Work is performed inside and outside in varying temperatures. Employee may occasionally be required to push or lift to 25 pounds. May be exposed to office supply odors or vapors. Employee is sitting, most of the time. Employee is also required to stand, walk, type, bend, write, read, interpret, and explain complex issues and speak on the telephone.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.99 - $33.98 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to provide proof of education upon hire?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Kent, WA 98032 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Kent, WA 98032: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person