Phlebotomist I
Company: Beaumont Health
Location: Royal Oak
Posted on: March 11, 2023
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Job Description:
As the largest not-for-profit health care system serving
Michigan, we offer a world of opportunity within our expansive
system. We have more nationally ranked hospitals than any other
health system in the state, including six that are Magnet
-recognized. In total, Beaumont has eight hospitals and 155
outpatient sites that provide diverse practice settings located in
communities throughout southeastern Michigan and the greater
Detroit metropolitan area. $1,500 sign on bonus available for full
time roles, $750 sign on bonus for part time. GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under the direction of phlebotomy management, performs diverse
support functions including phlebotomy to ensure accurate test
results and a quick turnaround time. Positions supporting Patient
Service Centers and client offices are required to provide
phlebotomy services to these locations as determined by department
needs and may be assigned to different locations and/or different
schedules without a 30-day notice. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 1. Performs
venipuncture and capillary punctures to obtain adequate samples
from patients. Responsible for proper patient identification,
correct specimen labeling and necessary documentation. Demonstrates
knowledge and ability to evaluate and select proper collection
methods for age specific patients. 2. Supports laboratory
activities related to laboratory testing (phlebotomy, specimen
collection, computer order entry and specimen processing) to ensure
accurate result reporting and quick turn-around time. 3. Performs
processing functions to support laboratory services as related to
testing including verification, accessioning, aliquoting,
processing and batching send out testing, adding/cancelling tests,
distributing, storing and disposing of specimens. 4. Adheres to
Compliance policies as related to job duties to include presenting
Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) of non-coverage prior to delivery
of outpatient services. 5. Performs observational competency of all
support staff under the guidance of the phlebotomy leadership using
established criteria. 6. Maintains department equipment and
inventory to ensure proper supplies are available. 7. Works well
without direct supervision. 8. Participates in: Patient and
Family-Center Care Culture Q.I./process improvements, data
collection, QC documentation, and/or CAP surveys as applicable to
the assigned department. Staff activities of a High Reliability
Organization (HRO) Friend-at-Work program and assists in training
new hires as applicable/assigned Staff meetings and committee
meetings as assigned 9. Cost effectiveness: Efficient use of time
in completing tasks accurately and timely. Mindful of appropriate
use of laboratory funds through purchase requests and the
observance of wasteful use of supplies 10. Performs other
miscellaneous duties as assigned. This document represents the
major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is
not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It
should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to
perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential duties. A. Education / Training: High
school diploma or equivalent required: Medical Assistant or
Phlebotomy Course and phlebotomy externship preferred. Completion
of a phlebotomy training program required. The achievement of 50
draws within previous roles will be considered in lieu of a
completed training program. B. Work Experience: 6 months experience
preferred, dependent on assignment C. Certification, Licensure,
Registration: Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant Certification
preferred D. Other Qualifications: Positions supporting Patient
Service Centers and client practices require reliable
transportation, a valid Michigan Driver's License and good driving
record in accordance with Corporate Policy. Employees are required
to immediately notify manager of any traffic violations incurred.
WORKING CONDITIONS: A. Physical Effort: Strength: Position requires
incumbent to occasionally perform physical activities requiring
ability to push/pull objects of up to 40 pounds, constantly lift
objects up 10 pounds; occasionally lift objects up to 30 pounds.
Manual Dexterity: Positions require incumbent to constantly perform
simple motor skills such as walking, standing, constantly perform
difficult manipulative skills such as repetitive arm use, and
constantly perform difficult manipulative skills such as
preparation of specimens for analysis and operation of laboratory
equipment. Coordination: Position requires incumbent to constantly
perform gross body coordination such as walking and standing.
Constantly performing tasks, which require eye-hand coordination
such as analysis of specimens, and constantly performing tasks,
which require arm-hand steadiness such as cleaning, calibration &
operation of instrumentation and equipment. Mobility: Position
requires incumbent to constantly perform mobility skills such as
walking and standing, sitting or standing for prolonged periods;
and remain in uncomfortable positions for prolonged periods.
Frequently perform stooping along with performing manual dexterity
and coordination functions. Visual Discrimination: Position
requires incumbent to constantly see objects far away as in
locating exits, see objects closely as in reading thermometers,
product labels and instrument readouts. Hearing: Position requires
incumbent to constantly hear normal sounds such as equipment
operating and being able to hear pages, telephone conversations,
etc. Distinguish sound as in responding to timers and/or audible
alarms. Concentration: Position requires incumbent to constantly be
able to concentrate on fine details with constant amount of
interruptions. Attention Span: Position requires incumbent to
attend to task/functions constantly for periods up to 60 minutes in
length and to frequently attend to task/functions for periods
exceeding 60 minutes in length. Conceptualization: Position
requires incumbent to constantly be able to understand and relate
to specific ideas, concepts, and theories. Memory: Position
requires incumbent to constantly remember tasks and/or assignment
given to self and others over both short- and long-term periods of
time such as schedule of work, job assignments, etc. B. Work
Environment: Employee may be exposed to: o Blood, body fluids, body
tissues or other biohazards constantly. o Hazardous materials other
than those above frequently. o High, low or sudden fluctuations in
temperatures occasionally. o Toxins, cytotoxins, poisonous
substances or other chemically hazardous materials frequently. o
Dust occasionally. o Bodily injuries occasionally. o Loud or
unpleasant noises occasionally. o High or low humidity frequently.
o Electrical hazards frequently. o Electromagnetic radiation
constantly and ionizing radiation occasionally. o Stored energy in
the form of chemical, electrical or kinetic sources frequently. o
Sharp objects frequently. o Potentially stressful situations, such
as STAT testing on patient(s) in critical condition constantly. o
Potential risk of an exposure to hazardous medications or waste
materials of hazardous medications. Beaumont offers a comprehensive
benefits package to meet your financial, health and life-work
balance goals.
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