Phlebotomist

Job Brief:

We are looking for a Phlebotomist, who will work with the clinic team and under the supervision of a physician, to collect blood, urine, and breath laboratory samples and send them for testing. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify patients and their personal information using their ID, documents or other means


• Drawing blood using needles and other approved equipment


• Labeling samples correctly and sending them for testing


• Arrange daily activities based on urgency of requests for samples


• Determine the right venipuncture method based on patient age, health etc.


• Reassure patients and help them relax


• Find veins that are suitable for puncture


• Draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment


• Able to draw all ages (pediatrics to geriatrics)


• Ensure optimal quality and quantity of samples


• Label samples correctly and send or deliver them for testing


• Answer patient questions and provide useful information


• Keep accurate records on specimens and tests


•  Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards while working


• Acting as a liaison between MCHC and lab processing company 


• Maintain compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal laws and regulations

POSITION DETAILS

This position operates in a professional office and medical environment.

Job Type: Full-time and Part-Time

Salary: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift


• Day shift


• Monday to Friday


• Saturdays

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Milwaukee, WI 53221: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Phlebotomist Certification


• Proven experience as a Phlebotomist or Phlebotomy Technician


• Experience with effective puncture techniques


• Understanding of proper patient identification methods


• Knowledge of legal requirements about drawing blood, handling samples and use of relevant medical equipment and material


• Ability to use computers to enter information


• Excellent communication skills


• Attention to detail


• Ability to connect with various types of patients (such as children, elderly, pregnant women) and make them feel comfortable


• Patience and presence of mind


• Diploma in Phlebotomy


• Familiarity with medical terminology and procedures

License/Certification:

• Phlebotomist (Required)

Preferred

• Proficiency in one or more of the following languages: Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, Karen, Rohingya, Burmese etc.


• Proficiency in EPIC EMR


• Familiarity with Labcorp is a plus

Experience:

• Phlebotomy: 2 year (Preferred)


• EMR systems: 2 years (Preferred)


• Medical terminology: 2 years (Preferred)

MCHC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

MCHC is a drug-free workplace and we use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.