Phlebotomist - PRN
Summit BHC · Eagle View Behavioral Health
Phlebotomist - PRN | Eagle View Behavioral Health | Bettendorf, IowaAbout the Job:
Schedule: Monday, Thursday, Saturday (6AM-11AM) up to 15 hrs. per week!The Phlebotomist is responsible for performing routine blood drawing procedures including collecting, logging, processing, and reporting on all patient test specimens for analysis or other medical purposes. Ensures accuracy and promptness in reporting test results and maintenance of current lab documentation. This position is onsite at the facility and is not a remote position.
Roles and Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assembles and maintains equipment such as tourniquet, needles, disposable containers for needles, blood collection devices, gauze, cotton, and alcohol on work tray, according to requirements for specified tests and procedures.
- Collects patient samples timely with minimal discomfort to the patient and samples are packaged correctly for safe transport.
- Records phlebotomy requisitions.
- Identifies the patient by comparing patient information on the requisition to the patient’s identification band before venipuncture is performed to ensure proper labeling of the blood sample for testing and processing.
- Documents information related to samples/tubes drawn, collection date and times correctly and in accordance with departmental policy.
- Disposes all sharp instruments in rigid sharp container.
- Cleans and supplies venipuncture trays. Keeps work areas clean and sanitary.
- Orders supplies as needed.
- Removes all phlebotomy supplies from unit/patient’s room.
- Enters patient information into database.
- Assembles and maintains medical instruments such as needles, test tubes and blood vials.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- High School diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree preferred.
- Previous experience in behavioral healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility preferred.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Professional certification preferred or required in some states.
- CPR and de-escalation certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
- First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:
This position is an Individual Contributor.
Why Eagle View Behavioral Health?Eagle View Behavioral Health offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. Eagle View Behavioral Health is an EOE.Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.