Phlebotomist- Inpatient - Full-time

(Full-Time, Variable)brPay range: $22.17 - $27.72p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/ppbST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM/b/ppbJOB DESCRIPTION/b/pdivp/p/divpbTITLE:/b                                     Phlebotomist                      /ppbREPORTS TO POSITION:/b      Varies depending on location/ppbDEPARTMENT:/b                       Laboratory, or Family Care/Ambulatory Care Clinic/ppbDATE LAST REVIEWED:/b        October 2023/pdivp/p/divpbOUR VISION:                           /bCreating America’s healthiest community, together./ppbOUR MISSION:                        /bIn the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value/ppbOUR VALUES:                         /bAccountability, Caring and Teamwork/pdivp/p/divpbDEPARTMENT SUMMARY:/b/pp/ppbLaboratory:/b/ppThe Laboratory departments provide many services to our multi-hospital organization and outreach community including blood collection, processing, testing, and reporting of results, spanning all disciplines of laboratory medicine./pp/ppbClinic: /b/ppspanSt. Charles operates outpatient clinics in three Central Oregon counties. Lines of clinical service including Primary Care, Urgent Care, Medical Specialties, Women’s Health, Post-Acute Care, Hospital Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Behavioral Health, Cardiovascular Services and Cancer Services. We encourage collaboration between clinical and non-clinical staff to assure we are providing our community with comprehensive and compassionate health care./span/pp/ppbPOSITION OVERVIEW: /bThe bPhlebotomist/b at St. Charles Health System processes laboratory orders and performs phlebotomy procedures/collections with as little discomfort as possible to patients of all ages. This position performs phlebotomy procedures following the standards of practice as outlined in System policies and procedures and while working within the boundaries of the Phlebotomy Scope of Practice. This position does not directly manage other caregivers, however may be asked to review and provide feedback on the work of other caregivers./pdivp/p/divpbESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES: /b/ppbAll Departments/b/pp/ppCommunicates and interacts with a diverse population and professionally represents St. Charles Health System./pp/ppDemonstrates excellent customer service skills in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate./pp/ppWorks with patients and/or family members who may be experiencing multiple different emotions. Ability to effectively reach consensus with a diverse population with differing needs./pp/ppInteracts and communicates with all levels within St. Charles Health System and external customers/clients/potential employees./pp/ppManages facilitation and consensus building among health care professionals and agencies and achieves expected results./pp/ppAbility to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment./pp/ppMeets all competency requirements and training timelines. Completes an in-depth sign off sheet related to processes and procedures performed by the phlebotomist./pp/ppPrioritizes requests for procedures according to urgency of need and type of tests ordered. Navigates and prioritizes specimen collections using the Lab Information System as well as critical thinking skills. Processes and tests samples using various instruments and processes following laboratory standards. Performs POC testing, including CLIA waived testing, moderate complexity testing and QC./pp/ppNavigates through multiple complex computer systems to find MD orders, update, and verify patient information, research billing questions, place orders, and meet regulatory requirements for Medicare and other payers./pp/ppThinks critically, multitasks, and maintains accuracy during periods of frequent interruptions./pp/ppFacilitates the distribution of results via fax, phone, or delivery, as designated or as requested by clients./pp/ppAssists in special projects as needed./pp/ppTrains and mentors effectively using constructive feedback after meeting competency and experience requirements./pp/ppSupports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects./pp/ppSupports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change./pp/ppProvides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests./pp/ppConducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings./pp/ppMay perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned./pp/ppbAdditional Duties for Laboratory Phlebotomists:/b/pp/ppGreets clients upon arrival at the outpatient draw station or area. Greets patients appropriately according to Hospital surroundings, situation, and time of day./pp/ppAssists the RN and MD as requested in the collection of blood samples and during specialty procedures. Including, but not limited to:/pullipAdrenal Study blood collections/p/lilipMRI pediatric blood collections/p/lilipLumbar Puncture blood collection/p/lilipBone Marrow collections/p/lilipLegal blood collection with law enforcement/p/lilipArterial blood collection./p/li/ulp/ppResponds quickly to codes, traumas, rapid responses, and can maneuver in tight quarters. Performs AHA BLS when asked to participate in the rotation by an RN or MD./pp/ppManages multiple patient types including but not limited to confused, combative, upset, intubated, restrained, psychiatric emergency services on-site and off-site, traumatized, and nonresponsive individuals in varying situations including some that can be visually disturbing./pp/ppHas a clear understanding of how to accurately select the correct patient and assign an encounter number./pp/ppRegisters all patients for laboratory services as ordered by their physician and in compliance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures. Includes collecting payments from patients for specialty kit draws. Selects the correct insurance plan, and sends and reviews eligiblity responses.   /pp/ppResearches tests and diagnostic codes according to billing and insurance requirements, mainly pertaining to Medicare and other government funded insurance programs, according to Medicare Compliance Act; informs patients regarding expenses beyond insurance reimbursement and allows the patient to make decisions as to whether to follow through with lab services based on current guidelines before tests are drawn./pp/pdivpHas a clear understanding of all downtime processes./pp/p/divpbEDUCATION:/b                  /ppbRequired: /bHigh school diploma or GEDb              /b/ppbPreferred: /bParticipation in college level science classes./pdivp/p/divpbLICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:/b/ppbRequired:/b AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.     /ppbPreferred: /bPhlebotomy certification through a St. Charles Health System approved accredited agency is highly preferred. The current approved agencies are the following:  ASCP, NCA, NCPT, and phlebotomy specific military training programs.        /pdivp/p/divpbEXPERIENCE:/b/ppbRequired: /bN/A /ppbPreferred: /bPrevious direct patient care experience (preferably Lab experience) and/or college science background.    /pdivp/p/divpbPERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:/b/ppMust be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely./pdivp/p/divpbADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:/b/ppStrong team working and collaborative skills./ppAbility to meet St. Charles Health System driving requirements./pp/ppspanbPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:/b/span/ppContinually (75% or More): Standing, walking, keyboard operation, grasping/squeezing, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech levels./ppFrequently (50% - 75%): Sitting, lifting 1-25 lbs, carrying 1-25 lbs, and pushing/pulling 1-25 lbs/ppOccasionally (26% - 50%): Bending, stoop/kneel/crouch, climbing ladder/step-stool (**varies by area), reaching overhead, and the ability to hear whispered speech levels./ppRarely (10% - 25%): Climbing stairs, lifting 25-50 lbs, carrying 25-50 lbs, pushing/pulling 25-50 lbs, and operation of a Motor Vehicle./ppNever (Not Included): Climbing ladder/step-stool (**varies by area)/ppuExposure to Elemental Factors /u/ppRarely (10% - 25%): Wet/slippery areas and chemical solutions./ppNever (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration and uneven surfaces./ppuBlood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category /u/ppRisk for Exposure to BBP/pp/pp/pp/pp/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"Schedule Weekly Hours:/p36p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"Caregiver Type:/pRegularp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"Shift:/pFirst Shift (United States of America)p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"Is Exempt Position?/pNop style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"Job Family:/pPHLEBOTOMISTp/pp/ppScheduled Days of the Week:/pVariable; includes every other weekend and holidaysp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"Shift Start amp; End Time:/pVariable