What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant position at St. Tammany Health System?
At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.
We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Hours: 10:00 am - 6:30 pm. Rotating Saturday shift from 7:00 am - 1:00 pm.
Summary of the Job:
Obtains blood specimens by venipuncture or capillary puncture from adult, pediatric and neonatal patients employing proper patient identification and infection control measures. Performs chain of custody drug screen collections. Accurately performs waived and/or moderate complexity testing using appropriate method and/or instruments. Enters test requests into the laboratory computer system. Performs other support duties such as answering the phone, handling questions from medical/hospital staff, ordering supplies, and investigating discrepant patient orders. Complies with organization’s C.A.R.E.S. standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
Obtains blood specimens by venipuncture or capillary puncture from adult, pediatric and neonatal patients employing proper patient identification and infection control measures. Performs chain of custody drug screen collections. Accurately performs waived and/or moderate complexity testing using appropriate method and/or instruments. Enters test requests into the laboratory computer system. Performs other support duties such as answering the phone, handling questions from medical/hospital staff, ordering supplies, and investigating discrepant patient orders. Complies with organization’s C.A.R.E.S. standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must hold a high school diploma or equivalent. Current Louisiana license as a Laboratory Assistant or must obtain within 12 months. License can be applied for upon verification of competency for testing to be performed. Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off. Experience preferred, but will accept candidate requiring in-house training. Excellent customer service skills.
Physical Demands:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) - pushing/pulling, handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%)- NONE
Occasionally (1%-33%)- lifting, carrying, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching
Physical Demands:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) - pushing/pulling, handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%)- NONE
Occasionally (1%-33%)- lifting, carrying, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching
EMPLOYMENT
Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
