Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist
Title: Phlebotomist
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Shift: Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm, typically
Reports to: Lab Supervisor
Department: Laboratory
Employment Status: Full-time, on-site
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Location: Enter for each job opening
Date Created/Last Evaluated: 09/05/2023
05/02/2024
Summary Draws blood samples to be used for diagnostic tests, transfusions, or research.
Qualification Requirements
Must be proficient in collecting blood specimens from hard-to-find veins and will be required to travel to various other work locations from primary work location.
Minimum Qualifications
•Minimum of 2 years phlebotomy experience required or a combination of education and experience.
•Preferred experience with Orchard software, Laboratory Information Systems, and EPIC.
•Passage of a criminal background check, OIG exclusion and drug screenings.
•Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
•Computer skills using Microsoft (MS) Excel and SharePoint, MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Teams, Acumen, and various data management platforms.
•Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles.
•Exceptional interpersonal skills to provide excellent internal and external customer service.
•Knowledge of ethics of confidentiality and the ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills.
• Manual dexterity.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Detail oriented.
• Attentiveness.
Supervisory Responsibilities None
Essential Functions
• Uses various venipuncture methods to collect blood samples from patients. Transports samples to appropriate laboratories.• 30%
• Performs standard tests on blood samples.• 20%
• Processes samples for further examination.• 10%
• Explains all phlebotomy procedures to patients.• 10%
•Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.•10%
•Resolve unusual test orders by contacting the physician, nursing personnel, mid-levels, or laboratory personnel; refers unresolved orders back to the originator for further clarification; notifying supervisor of unresolved orders. •20%
Physical Demands
•Required travel between sites.
•Hearing, visual acuity, talking.
•Reaching, grabbing, holding – fine motor skills.
•Extended periods in a stationary or standing position.
•Repetitive motion such as entering data into computer-based programs.
•Lift or move up to 25 pounds. Employee is expected to use appropriate ergonomics and tools such as hand carts for heavier loads.
Work Environment
Work is normally performed in a typical interior office medical and laboratory environment. The noise level is usually moderate; however, may be higher on work benches during specimen processing. Some office environments have stairs.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

Benefits: 401(k) includes Safe Harbor and Profit Sharing / Choice of Medical Insurance Plans / Dental / Paid Disability and Life Insurance / Optional Life, Accident and Critical Insurance / Generous Paid-Time-Off

Eastern Nephrology is the region’s largest, private medical practice specializing in diseases and disorders of the kidney. Our continued growth is a direct result of providing excellent service and care to our patients. ENA is always seeking talented and compassionate clinical and administrative people to join our practice family.

Eastern Nephrology is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. We are an E-Verify Employer. Pre-employment background checks are required for all employment positions. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please contact the Human Resources Department at 252-864-2049 to request assistance. The company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to enable them to effectively participate in the application process, as required by law.

Salary : $15 - $18