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Form of workFull time phlebotomy position at Oro Valley Hospital, first and second shift as staffing requires. Draws and collects blood samples from patients, processes samples and prepares reference lab specimens.
Summary:
Collects and labels all specimens requiring testing in the clinical laboratory. Performs order entry of tests as necessary. Ensures that specimens are routed to appropriate areas for testing. Performs waived complexity testing as required under the direction of a staff technologist. Processes all specimens for reference laboratory testing.
Position Qualifications/Minimum Requirements
Education:
Required: High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience
Experience:
Two years previous phlebotomy experience in a health care setting
OR certification as a phlebotomist through an accredited program
OR, For internal candidates, 1 year experience as a Northwest Healthcare Laboratory Assistant I
Skills:
Ability to read, communicate, and document effectively through oral, written, or electronic means. . Phlebotomy, medical terminology, computer experience, and excellent service skills. Demonstrates the constant ability to prioritize and respond promptly to a changing workload.
Licenses/Certifications:
Required: American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross(ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) BLS. Skilled Nursing Unit: Fingerprint Clearance Card
Oro Valley Hospital (OVH) is a 177-bed hospital that also has a freestanding emergency center and large physician group. With these varied access points, you have your choice of settings in which to work. Oro Valley Hospital’s culture centers around providing safe, quality care to patients, but also to foster a work environment based on teamwork, commitment to a shared goal and recognizing employees for all they do to care for our patients. Often described as a “family,” the staff at OVH take pride in doing the best they can to care for their community. OVH is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
