What are the responsibilities and job description for the PHLEBOTOMIST position at Covenant Health?
Job Summary
St. Mary's Health System, a member of Covenant Health, is hiring for a Phlebotomist in our busy Laboratory! The Phlebotomist contributes to accurate and timely diagnosis of patients' medical conditions by collecting blood specimens from patients for testing purposes. They will serve as the primary point of contact for patients, providing clerical services which assure the exchange of necessary information between patient and treatment provider and coordinating ancillary services associated with meeting patient health care needs.
Responsibilities:
- Collect blood specimens by venipuncture, meeting expectations with respect to the minimal number of draws required and volume of test performed
- Collects blood specimens by specialized methods
- General phlebotomy skills
- Order laboratory tests
- Clerical/receptionist duties
Education and Requirements:
- High School diploma or GED
- Successful completion of phlebotomy course
- 1-year previous experience
- Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to mission and values of Covenant Health
We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
Covenant Health Mission Statement
We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
Our Core Values:
•Compassion
We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.
•Integrity
We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.
•Collaboration
We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
•Excellence
We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.
Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).
