Phlebotomist - Per Diem (As needed)

Show Map Location 4300 Bartlett St, Homer, AK, 99603, United States Base Pay $25.10 / Hour Job Category Technical, Lab Employee Type Active - Per Diem Description Join a dynamic healthcare team at South Peninsula Hospital, where you can make a direct impact on patient care while developing valuable phlebotomy and clerical skills. HIGHLIGHTS: •    Work at the forefront of patient care with a mix of phlebotomy and clerical duties, providing support in laboratory and clinical settings as needed. •    Community-Centric: Pairing small town values with industry-leading standards, South Peninsula Hospital values and invests in our staff and deeply cares about our patients.  •    Benefits: This is not a benefited position. In lieu of benefits, an additional 15% premium is added to the base pay for all Per Diem (Casual) employees.  RESPONSIBILITIES •    Perform phlebotomy on neonates, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics in both laboratory and clinical settings. •    Accurately input patient data and test results into the computer system using Excel, Word, and order entry systems. •    Provide clerical support such as filing, answering phones, and maintaining patient records. •    Assist in pre-analytical, limited analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing. •    Cross-train and provide coverage in various laboratory or clinical departments as necessary, based on staffing needs. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: •    High school diploma or equivalent required. •    Certification as a medical assistant or phlebotomist preferred. •    Strong customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members. •    Experience with a wide range of patient age groups, including neonates, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics. •    Moderate knowledge of medical and laboratory terminology. •    Excellent verbal, written, and clerical skills, with attention to detail. •    Proficiency in computer applications, including order entry, Excel, and Word. •    Strong dexterity skills are essential.  •    Ability to meet physical demands of the job, including lifting, standing, gripping, and bending for extended periods. ENVIRONMENT: The South Peninsula Hospital is a combined 22-bed Acute Care Critical Access Hospital and 28-bed Long Term Care facility located at the southern end of the Kenai Peninsula in South-Central Alaska.  The laboratory is a biohazard environment. Employees must adhere to the laboratory safety plan in the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when performing job duties. The position requires: 1.    Frequent contact with water (hand washing and cleaning) 2.    Frequent contact with potential biohazards including blood and other body fluids. 3.    Exposure to potential hazard by a sharps injury, such as a needlesticks. 4.    OSHA risk factor: Category 1 Additional Information FTE 0 Position type Union Shift Type Variable Hours As needed EEO Notice We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any prohibited characteristics.