Phlebotomist Per Diem

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Ontario helps patients return to the lives they love. At our 91-bed hospital, our physician-led care teams provide critically ill patients with the specialized acute care and rehabilitation they need, for the time they need it - empowering them to take the next step in their recovery journey. We also offer a seven-bed ICU to for treating particularly serious conditions.We are located just 4 miles from LA/Ontario International Airport (ONT) with popular restaurants and shops within a short driving distance. Job Summary Under the direction of the Area Laboratory Director or Lab…

Job details

Kindred Hospital Ontario helps patients return to the lives they love. At our 91-bed hospital, our physician-led care teams provide critically ill patients with the specialized acute care and rehabilitation they need, for the time they need it - empowering them to take the next step in their recovery journey. We also offer a seven-bed ICU to for treating particularly serious conditions.We are located just 4 miles from LA/Ontario International Airport (ONT) with popular restaurants and shops within a short driving distance. Job Summary Under the direction of the Area Laboratory Director or Lab Manager, the Phlebotomist assumes responsibility for performing venipunctures and related clinical specimen collection/preparation tasks and laboratory duties that are clerical in nature. Essential Functions Collects blood specimens from patients via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders and applicable regulations, policies and procedures to ensure complete and accurate specimens for testing. Explains collection procedures and provides general testing information as needed to facilitate patient understanding and reduce patient anxiety. Labels and records all test tubes, logs procedures, files paperwork. Cleans and supplies venipuncture trays. Maintains work areas. Orders supplies when needed. Utilizes laboratory information system to document specimen collection, receipt, create manifests and other functions as needed. Performs clerical work and assists in laboratory functions as delegated by the Laboratory Manager/Director. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%25 Must read, write and speak fluent English. Must have good and regular attendance. Is knowledgeable about which color top tube to use and the volume of blood needed - knows test requirements. Basic computer knowledge required. Performs other related duties as assigned. Pay range: $21.00 - $23.09/Hr ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness. Education HS Graduate or equivalent. Formal Phlebotomy training as required by state. Licenses/Certifications Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy certification preferred. State license/registration as required by state Current BLS required. Experience Six (6) months acute care phlebotomy experience or one (1) year experience as a medical assistant performing venipuncture or one (1) year outpatient lab experience preferred.

What you’ll do

Perform venipunctures and skin punctures to collect blood specimens according to physician orders. Handle specimen preparation, labeling, and clerical laboratory duties using the laboratory information system.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma, formal phlebotomy training, and current BLS certification. Preference is given to candidates with a Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification and experience in acute care or outpatient labs.

Benefits

• Medical • Dental • Vision • 401(k) • FSA/HSA • Life Insurance • Paid Time Off • Wellness

Listed skills

• Organization · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• Basic Computer · Preferred
• ONT · Preferred
• preparation · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Teams · Preferred
• responsibility · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• Labeling · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Venipuncture
• Skin Puncture
• Specimen Collection
• Laboratory Information System
• Patient Communication
• Clerical Duties
• BLS
• Medical Assisting