Phlebotomist- (Per Diem)- St Mary Medical Center

Employment Type

• Part time
• Shift:
• Rotating
• Shift
• Description: Responsible for the collection of blood samples from patients in house and the timely delivery of those specimens to the appropriate technical areas for analysis. Position requires an experienced, highly-skilled technician who can work with a minimum of supervision. Must have inter-personal skills interacting with patients, colleagues and visitors.

Schedule

• Per Diem - coverage on shift vacancies as needed Properly identifies out patients by verbal confirmation and positive identification system. Properly identifies the inpatients using the hospital identification wristband and scanner Properly identifies and labels patients specimens for Blood Bank testing using the positive patient identification system. Properly identifies patients and adequately performs venipunctures and/or skin punctures. Uses appropriate aseptic technique to draw blood cultures Clearly and accurately labels all specimens immediately after venipuncture and completes necessary documentation Evaluates specimen adequacy Receives specimens in the computer and delivers them to the appropriate department Monitors inventory levels and follows appropriate protocol for re-ordering supplies Deletes or cancels orders as necessary with full documentation of reason and colleague they spoke with. Collates requests, answers the telephone, delivers specimens to appropriate department and operates the pneumatic tube Always demonstrates proper telephone etiquette Consistently assumes responsibility for calls, correctly answers questions, directs inquiries and takes messages Adapts work schedule to meet emergency staffing needs Is responsive, courteous, respectful and cooperative in completing tasks Collects TIMED and STAT tests within designated time period Maintains supplies, carts, workstations in a neat, clean and orderly manner
• Performs other related duties as required
• Qualifications: High School Diploma/Equivalent required Phlebotomy Certification preferred Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.