Phlebotomist I or Phlebotomist II - Phlebotomy

Company: Mayo Clinic
Location: Eau Claire
Posted on: March 13, 2023

Job Description:

Why Mayo Clinic
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Mayo Clinic offers a variety of employee benefits. For additional information please visit Mayo Clinic Benefits . Eligibility may vary.

While experience is preferred, Mayo Clinic provides on-the-job training for this role! Learn and earn at Mayo Clinic!

Position description
As Phlebotomist I or II you will be responsible for obtaining quality blood samples using a variety of phlebotomy methods (venous, capillary, arterial, and line collections) using standard safety equipment from all age groups with strict adherence to regulatory requirements and collection procedures. You will provide rapid response to medical emergencies such as traumas and codes. Additional responsibilities will include:

• Accurate patient identification, quality specimen labeling, handling, and transportation.
• Working with a variety of computer programs/systems.
• Utilizing excellent customer relations and communication skills in performing phlebotomy
• Answering the phone and interacting with patients, nurses, providers, and other health care professionals to ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrating a positive and professional demeanor.
• Working independently as well as within a team.
• Demonstrating skills in coping, understanding, following written and verbal instructions, organization and prioritization, attention to detail, problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision making.
• Assisting with the training of students and new employees.
• You will actively partner with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
  Individuals hired to this position are required to complete 2 years in this position before becoming eligible to transfer to other positions within Mayo Clinic.
  
  This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.
  
  Qualifications
  You must have a high school diploma or equivalent to be considered for this position.
  
  Community Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (CLMP) employees that have been in their current lab/position for less than 2 years must attach an early release approval from their supervisor.
  
  This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.
  
  Additional qualifications
  • Internal applicants must include their 3 most recent performance appraisals.
  • Community Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (CLMP) employees that have been in their current lab/position for less than 2 years must attach an early release approval from their supervisor.
  • Willingness to travel to other MCHS locations for assignments as needed.
  • Phlebotomy experience, preferred.
  • Experience working in a medical field, preferred.
  • Must be able to push a cart and walk distances
  • Moderate to advanced computer skills.
  • Possess good written and oral communication skills, the ability to prioritize work, manage time wisely, and adjust to changes in work volumes and projects.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
    License or certification
    To qualify for Phlebotomist II, the applicant must possess a valid phlebotomy certification from an approved laboratory certification agency, such as the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), National Health Career Association (NHA), or the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT).
    
    Certificates from a technical college where the course was taken are not sufficient. The Phlebotomist must have sat for a certification exam from an agency such as those listed above or must possess one of the following valid certifications: Medical Assistant (MA) certification from an approved agency such as the American Medical Association (AMA), Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Medical Technologist (MT) certification.
    
    Ongoing maintenance for certifications is not required.
    
    Exemption status
    Non-exempt
    
    Compensation Detail
    Required education, experience, tenure, and internal equity will be considered when job offers are extended. The pay range for Phlebotomist I is $17.20 - $23.09 per hour. The pay range for Phlebotomist II is $18.14 - $24.67 per hour.
    
    Benefits eligible
    Yes
    
    Schedule
    Full Time
    
    Hours / Pay period
    80
    
    Schedule details
    Monday - Friday, primarily day shifts
    
    Candidate must have flexibility to cover other Mayo Clinic Health System sites as needed.
    
    Weekend schedule
    Every 3rd weekend, day shift. Every third holiday.
    
    Remote
    No
    
    International Assignment
    No
    
    Site description
    Eau Claire, with a metro area of 163,000 is home to the 11,000 students at the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire. Strong schools, low crime rate, and a reasonable cost of living may be expected. With an abundance of outdoor activities, The city also serves as the retail center for west central Wisconsin and the major metro area of Minneapolis/St. Paul is 90 minutes away. Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire is recognized as a Best Hospital in Northwestern Wisconsin and within the top 5 for Hospitals in Wisconsin (U.S. News & World Report, ).
    
    Recruiter
    Laura Heyde
    
    EOE
    As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

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