Job Description

It's fun to work in a team where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!

Rewarding career. Competitive salary. Outstanding benefits.

STANDARD EXPECTATIONS

• Promotes a Positive Working Environment
• Conducts oneself in line with organizations mission, values and standards of behavior.
• Accepts change and challenges with a positive attitude.
• Consistently adheres to organizational policy.
• Communicates Effectively
• Builds relationships and works collaboratively with other staff.
• Provides timely operational updates to supervisor.
• Responds to communications in a timely manner.
• Performs Duties Efficiently and Effectively
• Follows procedures.
• Acts in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Care:

• Greets patients in a courteous manner by identifying self and explaining the procedure to be performed. Follows established policy for identifying patient.
• Completes blood drawing procedure according to established policy, using appropriate equipment for the patients veins and appropriate tubes for tests ordered.
• Accurately labels the specimen immediately after blood draw, with at least two unique identifiers.
• Performs blood draws according to specific times requested or priority ordered.
• Follows established policies for collection of special tests (PKU and blood cultures).
• Utilizes age related concepts when communicating with patients and families, and obtaining blood or body fluid samples for analysis.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies and protocols; following identification procedures.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects the hospital by keeping information confidential.

Office Support:

• Reviews and revises policies and procedures as needed.
• Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies, and verifying receipt of supplies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Current Washington State Department of Health Medical Assistant Phlebotomy license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Successful completion of a phlebotomy training program/course as outlined under WAC246-827-0400(2) at the time of application.
• AHA BLS/CPR certified within 30 days of hire and maintained while employed.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a laboratory or related science experience.
• Experience working in a critical access hospital.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position is primarily worked in a clinical environment. The position will require the ability to lift, and carry, up to 50 pounds and push or pull over 50 pounds. The position will require bending, twisting, squatting, reaching, reaching overhead, sitting and standing frequently. Occasionally the position requires climbing, kneeling and crawling. The position requires continuous finger dexterity and fine manipulation. All basic life functions such as hearing, seeing, speaking, standing and walking are required.

The employee must demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Pay Range:

$22.00 - $38.50

Compensation: New hires should expect to start at the lower end of the range; actual pay offered will vary based on years of experience.

Employee Benefits:

Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement options (403(b) & 457). Medical insurance coverage begins on day one and is available to both full time and part time employees. Additionally, employees receive discounts on medical services provided by Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinics. Differentials apply for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Our unique PTO plan enables employees to increase their accrual with each year of service (no more waiting five years for the next tier)!

Here at WHMC we are proud of our mission to enhance the health and welfare of those we serve, and we strive every day to embody our values. WHMC is a rural critical access hospital which is growing our presence and our services in order to improve access to care and optimize the health of our communities. We value our patients, our community, and our employees and that is what sets us apart!

Committed to:

Respect We respect the dignity of each individual at all times.

Teamwork We recognize, embrace and capitalize on the unique talents of everyone.

Stewardship We are prudent, careful and deliberate with all resources.

Trustworthiness We act with integrity and honor in all situations.

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Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Local area, Immediate start, Night shift, Afternoon shift,

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