What are the responsibilities and job description for the Float Phlebotomist (FT, Days) - Bethlehem Region position at St. Luke's University Health Network?
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.
The Float Pool Phlebotomist is primarily responsible for temporary assignments for unplanned as well as scheduled phlebotomist vacancies. Phlebotomists are responsible for collecting blood specimens using appropriate blood collection equipment according to the Laboratory Specimen Collection Manual and Phlebotomy Procedure Manual. Additionally, phlebotomists are expected to complete patient registrations as well as perform EKG testing (where applicable).
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Requires a high degree of flexibility and ability to provide expected level of services in a variety of work environments.
- Flexible and available based on staffing/coverage needs, which may require working weekends, holiday, scheduled on-call, and overtime. Travel and flexibility is required to work multiple locations with minimal notice.
- Interprets verbal and written physician orders, obtains blood specimens from patients using appropriate blood collection equipment (needles, lancets, etc.) and follows safe practices according to the Laboratory Specimen Collection Manual and Phlebotomy Procedure Manual in a timely manner. Additionally, perform successful outpatient EKG’s (as needed).
- Communication is relayed timely to the regional coordinator and manager (see float expectations document).
- Responsible for handling and processing laboratory specimens according to Phlebotomy Procedure Manual including operation of a centrifuge and proper specimen transfer and storage.
- Assume personal responsibility to keep informed of current communications and trends within the department.
- On an ongoing basis, review for understanding and comply with all Network and departmental policies and procedures.
Physical and Sensory Requirements:
Ability to operate a motor vehicle to travel between St. Luke’s University Health Network locations to collect specimens. In order to satisfy the physical requirements in a typical workday, employee must have the ability to sit for 0-2 hours. Manual dexterity is required in order to perform the essential functions of a phlebotomist.
Education:
Required: High School graduate or equivalent. Graduate from an accredited phlebotomy school with a minimum of 100 successful draws.
Training and Experience:
Required: One year of phlebotomy experience; Basic computer skills; Independent judgement in the performance of assigned duties. Must have valid driver's license with personal and reliable transportation.
Preferred: Two or more years of phlebotomy experience.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
St. Luke's University Health Network is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
