Phlebotomy Procedural Specialist (FT- 0.9 FTE, Variable Shift)
Bozeman Health
Position Summary:
The Phlebotomy Procedural Specialist performs, plans, and organizes training of the phlebotomy services for the Bozeman Health System including Bozeman Health main campus, BSMC, Belgrade and other off-site Lab locations to support Bozeman Health and community resources to maintain qualified staffing levels. Performs and troubleshoots all Phlebotomy procedures as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required
+ Associates degree in science or related field; equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.
+ American Heart Association BLS required within 3 months of hire
+ Two years of related laboratory/phlebotomy experience
+ Customer service experience in a healthcare or retail setting
+ Driver’s license
Preferred
+ Bachelor’s degree in MT, CLS, or Laboratory Science
+ ASCP or equivalent Phlebotomy Certification
+ Urine Drug Screen Collection Certification (DOT) and Breath Alcohol Testing Certification (DOT).
Essential Job Functions:
In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.
+ Responsible for overall training of Phlebotomy employees working in all system locations including new hire orientation, annual competencies, and on-demand training in response to equipment/supply changes, regulatory updates, safety concerns, errors, or customer feedback.
+ Serves as the procedural resource and provides education/training to Bozeman Health employees on phlebotomy techniques.
+ Participates in quality management of phlebotomy services.
+ Updates and maintains inpatient and outpatient phlebotomy policies and procedures annually ensuring compliance with Bozeman Health policies, procedures, protocols, and State/Federal regulatory guidelines.
+ Performs phlebotomy services including collecting blood specimens via venipuncture in a variety of in- and out-patient settings, findings orders, receiving specimens, performing EKGs, performing DOT drugs-of-abuse specimens, and breath alcohol testing.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
+ Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
+ Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
+ Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality
+ Creativity, problem analysis and decision making
+ Detail oriented, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
+ Standard office equipment and computer applications; MS Office, EMR, internet applications etc.
+ Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment
+ Ability to work varied shifts
Schedule Requirements
+ This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
+ The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
+ On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.
Physical Requirements
+ Lifting (Repeatedly – 50 pounds): Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
+ Sit (Occasionally): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
+ Stand (Repeatedly): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
+ Walk (Repeatedly): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
+ Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
+ Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly): Twisting, bending, and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
+ Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
+ Push/Pull (Repeatedly): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
+ Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.
+ Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.
+ Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
+ Exposures (Continuously): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases are caused by contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses. Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.
*Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%).
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified.
77344830 Core Lab (BHDH)
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