Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
Shift: Monday Friday, 8am 5pm,
Travel to other locations is required. Mileage reimbursment offered.
Summary: Draws blood samples to be used for diagnostic tests, transfusions, or research.
Qualification Requirements
Must be proficient in collecting blood specimens from hard-to-find veins and will be required to travel to various other work locations from primary work location.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years phlebotomy experience required or a combination of education and experience.
Preferred experience with Orchard software, Laboratory Information Systems, and EPIC.
Passage of a criminal background check, OIG exclusion and drug screenings.
Valid drivers license and reliable transportation
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of the field’s concepts and principles.
Exceptional interpersonal skills to provide excellent internal and external customer service.
Oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills.
Ability to understand and follow directions.
Ability to emulate ENAs core values: Compassion, Excellence, Inclusion Collaboration, and Innovation.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Essential Functions
Uses various venipuncture methods to collect blood samples from patients. Transports samples to appropriate laboratories. 30%
Performs standard tests on blood samples. 20%
Processes samples for further examination. 10%
Explains all phlebotomy procedures to patients. 10%
Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.10%
Resolve unusual test orders by contacting the physician, nursing personnel, mid-levels, or laboratory personnel; refers unresolved orders back to the originator for further clarification; notifying supervisor of unresolved orders. 20%
Physical Demands
Hearing, visual acuity, talking.
Reaching, grabbing, holding fine motor skills.
Extended periods in a stationary or standing position.
Repetitive motion such as entering data into computer-based programs.
Lift or move up to 25 pounds. Employee is expected to use appropriate ergonomics and tools such as hand carts for heavier loads.
Work Environment
Work is normally performed in a typical interior office medical and laboratory environment. The noise level is usually moderate; however, may be higher on work benches during specimen processing. Some office environments have stairs.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.
Benefits: 401(k) includes Safe Harbor and Profit Sharing / Choice of Medical Insurance Plans / Dental / Paid Disability and Life Insurance / Optional Life, Accident and Critical Insurance / Generous Paid-Time-Off
Eastern Nephrology is the regions largest, private medical practice specializing in diseases and disorders of the kidney. Our continued growth is a direct result of providing excellent service and care to our patients. ENA is always seeking talented and compassionate clinical and administrative people to join our practice family.
Eastern Nephrology is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. We are an E-Verify Employer. Pre-employment background checks are required for all employment positions. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please contact the Human Resources Department at 252-864-2049 to request assistance. The company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to enable them to effectively participate in the application process, as required by law.