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Phlebotomist

Employer
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
Location
Minneapolis
Salary
Competitive

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Industry
Healthcare
Role
Other
Job Type
Long-Term
Hours
Full Time


Date Posted:

August 25, 2021

Department:

Central Lab Float Pool

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Provides reception and registration services for the lab. Obtains appropriate specimens for testing by collecting blood and culture specimens from patients in an outpatient clinic setting.

Job Description:

Principle Responsibilities
  • Collects and obtains satisfactory specimen samples.
    • Verifies orders and identifies correct patient.
    • Identifies and uses appropriate collection method to obtain samples for testing (venipuncture or capillary puncture).
    • Instructs patients accurately on procedures and protocols.
    • Labels specimen correctly.
    • Enters data into computer, completes paperwork and documentation accurately and timely.
    • Assesses and reacts effectively to unique patient needs.
    • Follows all procedures, protocols and federal regulations for assigned work area.
  • Prepares and maintains supplies to efficiently collect specimens.
    • Stocks, rotates and requests phlebotomy supplies (as assigned) on a regular basis to ensure proper availability in the work area in order to maximize efficient customer service.
    • Properly disposes of expired supplies per guidelines.
    • Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements
  • High School or GED with specific training in phlebotomy, including internship required
  • Less than 2 years in phlebotomy preferred
  • Phlebotomy - Kronos Skill required or
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants required within 180 Days
  • BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource preferred within 180 Days

Leadership Capabilities
  • See the Big Picture: Know where we are going as an organization. Use sound judgement and critical thinking to make good decisions that support our mission.
    • I know where Allina is going and how my role fits into this picture
    • I capture important lessons and share them to foster innovation
    • I am good at anticipating the implications of my decisions
    • I understand and apply the disciplines of continuous improvement

  • Inspire Greatness: Inspire others by connecting their purpose to the broader mission. Lead others through change and celebrate success.
    • I help my team connect to the broader mission
    • I see and fulfill my role in motivating the team around me
    • I celebrate success and help my partners see what is possible with change
    • I call out and address unexpected roadblocks or problems

  • Foster Learning and Growth: Role model growth, ongoing development and self-care. Empower, coach and encourage others to be at their best selves.
    • I role-model self-care and ongoing development
    • I share my knowledge and coach others to foster growth and success
    • I demonstrate enthusiasm for learning
    • I candidly advocate for the resources I need
    • I support my colleagues in their development and growth

  • Deliver Excellence: Set and align clear goals, measure results, and continually improve safety, quality, experience, and innovation.
    • I take ownership of outcomes and fulfillment of goals
    • I facilitate adjustments to assure positive results
    • I work with a sense of urgency, concern and determination
    • I use well-grounded approaches to create sustainable solutions repeatedly
    • I engage and foster improvements to impact safety, quality, and efficiency

  • Succeed Together:Connect with others authentically. Recognize the value of each individual and seek diverse points of view. Collaborate to succeed together.
    • I consider how decisions might impact my colleagues
    • I am generous in my commitment to supporting the needs of my partners
    • I respect others' opinions, praise good work and encourage all team members to be involved
    • I seek common ground and work to create mutually beneficial outcomes

Functional Competencies
  • Communication Skills: Able to communicate well in straight-forward situations.
  • Company Knowledge: Understands his/her own job and how the role interacts with his/her team.
  • Functional Knowledge: Knowledgeable about his/her specific job.
  • Problem Solving: Completes routine and repetitive tasks where tasks are straightforward.
  • Analytical Thinking: Uses basic logic and common sense to arrive at solutions.

Physical Demands
Medium Work*:
Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently

Additional Job Description:

Job consists of traveling to patient homes, care facilities and clinic settings to perform phlebotomy.

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