Phlebotomist- Outpatient (FT- 1.0 FTE, Variable Shift)

Phlebotomist Outpatient The Phlebotomist Outpatient obtains and prepares specimens for analysis and performs various screening tests in an ambulatory setting. Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED American Heart Association BLS required within six (6) months of hire Preferred: ASCP or equivalent Phlebotomy Certification Associate Degree in Science Related Field Previous healthcare experience as a Phlebotomist, Medical Assistant, Patient Care Tech, EMT Essential Job Functions: Verifies test requisitions / orders; follows up with ordering provider if there are discrepancies. Verifies patient by reading patient identification.

Follows proper specimen labeling techniques. Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures, heel sticks, and other collection techniques. Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures; observing isolation procedures.

Performs EKGs and transmits results. Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations. Resolves unusual test orders by contacting the physician, pathologist, nursing station, or reference laboratory; referring unresolved orders back to the originator for further clarification; notifying supervisor of unresolved orders.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrates sound judgment, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality Performs essential job functions successfully in a busy and stressful environment Learns current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Analyzes, organizes, and prioritizes work while meeting multiple deadlines Schedule Requirements: This role requires regular and sustained attendance. The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts. On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

Physical Requirements: Lifting (Repeatedly 50 pounds) Sit (Occasionally) Stand (Repeatedly) Walk (Repeatedly) Climb (Rarely) Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly) Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly) Push/Pull (Repeatedly) Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously) Vision (Continuously) Cognitive Skills (Continuously) Exposures (Continuously): Bloodborne pathogens, radiation, chemicals, medications, cleaning products, disinfectants, infectious diseases, emotionally challenging situations *Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%). The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified. 77344830 Core Lab (BHDH)