Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist
UnityPoint Health
Summary
The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for the operation, organization of the Central Collection department and for carrying out the philosophy and objectives established by the Board of Directors and the Management Team. Foremost among these responsibilities are strictly adhering to detail in the performance of laboratory procedures, solving practical problems, resolving conflict, and implementing constructive change.
Job description
Responsibilities
Phlebotomy
- Performs venous, arterial and capillary blood collection, processing and delivery of specimens to departments within Trinity Laboratory. Consistently demonstrates attention to detail in following protocol for patient, sample and identification and labeling.
- Educates others and maintains knowledge of departmental functions, policies and procedures including AIDET and Focus value.
- Assists with the training new employees, being helpful supportive in the teaching of new associates.
Quality Assurance
- Complies with procedures and services, including QA guidelines, in consultation with the assigned laboratory supervisor.
- Performs technical procedures within specified turnaround time for assigned area.
- Is responsible for executing and monitoring technical practices of the department in order to meet necessary standards, recommendations and requirements of voluntary and government agencies (ie. CAP, JCAHO)
Qualifications
Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Phlebotomy course, Medical Assistant, Associate of Arts, preferred.
Experience: Experience with phlebotomy, preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Communication skills including reading, writing & speaking fluent english, Adaptability, customer/patient focused, Interpersonal skills and Self-development.
Lifting Requirements: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Phlebotomy course, Medical Assistant, or Associate of Arts preferred
- Experience with phlebotomy preferred
- Communication skills including reading, writing & speaking fluent English
- Adaptability
- Customer/patient focused
- Interpersonal skills
- Self-development
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- 401(k) Matching
- Employee recognition program
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid holidays
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Pet insurance
- Daily Pay
- Tuition reimbursement
- Adoption assistance
Company overview
UnityPoint Health is a leading integrated non-profit health system serving communities across Iowa, western Illinois, and southern Wisconsin. As the nation's 13th largest nonprofit health system and fourth largest nondenominational health system in America, UnityPoint Health operates a comprehensive network of 18 regional hospitals, 17 community network hospitals, and over 400 clinics and healthcare facilities. The organization provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including primary care, specialty care, emergency services, surgical procedures, maternity care, cancer treatment, heart care, and home health services. Each year, UnityPoint Health serves nearly 8 million patient visits, performs approximately 100,000 surgeries, and delivers more than 20,000 babies. With more than 29,000 team members, the health system is recognized for its coordinated care approach, shared electronic medical record system, and commitment to making healthcare easier and more personal for patients. UnityPoint Health has been consistently recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for four consecutive years, reflecting its strong organizational culture and commitment to team member development.