Job Description

RiverView Health, is a community owned, membership based non-profit organization that was formed in 1898 and continues to be the sole community hospital in Crookston, MN.

RiverView Health operates a 25 bed Critical Access Hospital, RiverView Recovery Center; a chemical dependency outpatient treatment program, RiverView Home Care and five primary care and specialty clinics in the hospitals service area.

We have a robust scholarship program for those furthering their education in a medical field, excellent benefits, and a friendly work environment. Full-time benefits include health insurance, free single vision and basic dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability and short-term disability, and employer HSA contributions. Other benefits include employer pension matching, shift differential, incentive/premium pay, free annual biometric screening and paid volunteer time off.

RiverView is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

Location: Crookston (In-person) Schedule: PRN - On Call Scheduled hours: PRN (as needed)

Pay Range: $19.54 - $27.36; non-benefitted

River View Health has an opening for a (PRN) Phlebotomist. This position would cover shifts between 6am-6pm and supports all Riverview Health patient care areas. May include weekend shifts as needed.

• Uses equipment to collect samples of blood and other fluids from patients/residents from patients, labelling them correctly and sending them off for analysis and testing. Ensures patient/resident safety during the sample collection process.

• Communicates with patients/residents, collecting their health information and answering their questions regarding phlebotomy procedures.

• Must work well under pressure and be sensitive to concerns and confidentiality of the patient
• Patients serviced include those in the following age groups: infant, children, adolescent, adult and geriatric
• Explains procedures to patients/residents and collects information from them in a professional manner.
• Records and documents patient/resident information accurately.
• Follows all standard procedures and safety regulations; deploys asepsis techniques during phlebotomy procedures.

Qualifications

Minimum(s):

• Diploma or GED
• Required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. If not certified at time of hire, must be certified within 4 months of hire

Preferred(s):

• Phlebotomy Certification, or at least 1 year of Phlebotomy experience or experience working in a laboratory related field
• Minimum of 1 year of phlebotomy experience in a healthcare setting
• Computer experience – Microsoft Office products

Competencies:

• Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance
• Must work well under pressure and be sensitive to concerns and confidentiality of the patient
• Ability to work with patients of all ages and backgrounds with professionalism and care
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills