Specimen Collector Phlebotomist - Louisville, KY Full Time On-Site

Job DetailsJob Location: Louisville, KY - Louisville, KY 40218Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $21.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Specimen Collector Phlebotomist

Louisville, KY 40218

Rate: $21/hr

Schedule: Mon - Thurs 8am - 5pm

Full-Time + benefits

Requirements:

• Current national phlebotomy certificate (e.g., NHA, ASCP, NCPT, etc.)

At least 6 months of professional experience performing venipuncture/blood draws in a healthcare setting

ABOUT PRECISION DIAGNOSTICS:

We are currently seeking candidates for the Specimen Collector Phlebotomist role, a healthcare operations position for our company.

Precision Diagnostics, based in San Diego, California is a fast-growing clinical laboratory that specializes in providing drug testing, primarily for the purpose of helping physicians monitor their patients undergoing treatment for pain or substance abuse. Precision’s objective is to improve patient adherence/compliance with their prescription regimen and protect medical practices from liability.

Our organization values high quality, efficient healthcare delivery. We achieve this by creating an inclusive culture that fosters growth potential for our team members and our organization. Candidates for this position strive to learn and do more than the minimum requirements of the job. We are seeking engaged, solution-driven individuals who want to provide a healthcare experience they would hope for themselves and their families. In other words, live above the line.

If you are motivated and committed to living above the line, then you are the type of team member who will be successful and help our patients, team and company thrive. If you are up for the challenge, and can work in the following above-the-line principles, please consider applying:

Strives for greatness

Become part of the solution

Respect others and their feelings

Help create an amazing patient experience

Bring commitment to compliance

Be curious: "What else can I do to assist and learn at Precision?"

Seek feedback: "What coaching do you have for me?" And "What can I do better?"

Have personal ownership and pride in your work

Care- not because you must, but because you want to

Openness to change

THE ROLE:

Specimen Collectors at Precision set the bar for innovation, integrity, insights and outcomes. With a patient-centered approach, specimen collectors at Precision Diagnostics are foundational team members in the organization helping create and deliver a better experience to a vulnerable population. Accurate specimen collection is a critical step in patient care with profound downstream impacts affecting a patient’s care, organizational success and growth as well as helping reduce the overall cost of care in the healthcare system. At times, our specimen collectors perform venipuncture to support a patient-centered approach to care delivery. Successful Specimen collectors join our team delivering a shared goal of Precision with Purpose. If you are committed to meaningful work that positively impacts our patients, our company, our customers, and our communities we encourage you to consider a career with us.

ROLE OUTCOMES:

Providing a frictionless patient experience

Accurate and timely order entry and collection process

Contribute to improved patient outcomes through precision in daily work activities

Collect and process laboratory specimens (may include oral, urine, and/or blood specimen collection per policy.) in a manner that improves outcomes for all stakeholders: patient, provider, payer, and laboratory.

Collect specimens according to established procedures. Tests include, but not limited to:

Accuracy of Data Entry

Commitment to organizational process improvement efforts

A strong Commitment to Compliance

Data entry accuracy

Specimen collection (urine, oral, blood) and shipping accuracy

Venipuncture equipment storage and environment of care

ROLE Responsibilities:

1. Innovation

Flexibility for change

Solution focused mindset

Other duties as assigned

2. Integrity

Facilitates the collection, processing, and shipping of laboratory specimens.

Accurate Data Collection and Data Entry pertinent to laboratory orders and testing.

Self-Motivated to stay up to date with Precision policies and procedures.

Ability to adhere to all healthcare regulations.

Maintains neat, clean, orderly client/work areas always.

Maintains hygiene and dress code according to company standards.

Orders and maintains inventory of Precision Diagnostics supplies per policy

Performs Direct observation during specimen collection, if required

3. Insights

Accurately collect, label, verify patient and ship specimens per policies.

Collect and troubleshoot any missing information at the time of specimen collection.

Identification and accuracy of billing information entry, payment collection when required, knowledge of and acts in alignment with corporate policies.

4. Outcomes

Demonstrates excellent customer service and compassion when interacting with clients and staff.

Exceptional patient experience that supports the individual but also the growth of the organization

Seamless care delivery that is patient centered, provider supportive, and billed accurately for services provided.

100% compliant workflow

Pride in your work.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:

Knowledge of:

Prior experience a plus!

In Depth Knowledge of specimen collection techniques and procedures

Advanced understanding of preventing personal exposure to bio-hazards and infection prevention measures

Medical terminology

Specimen collection protocols including but not limited to urine, oral fluid and blood

In-depth knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment best practices

Substance Use Disorder and Pain Management care delivery setting

Skill:

Basic computer literacy (software and hardware) and ability to learn new computer/technology skills

Effectively communicate to internal and external clients and patients

Compose grammatically correct, professional level written communication

Follow checklists and produce the same results every time

Maintain accurate files and records

Strong attention to detail

Ability to:

Communicate with, understand, and react effectively to a diverse patient population base

Establish and maintain professional working relationships with coworkers, patients, and clients;

Establish rapport and gain the trust of others;

Accurately record information;

Maintain composure, interact diplomatically, and make effective decisions in confrontational situations;

Communicate effectively with individuals who may have emotional/behavioral health needs;

Maintain and ensure personal wellness and/or willingness seek help when needed. Healthcare as an industry has periods of stress when supporting patients who exhibit apathy, hostility, resistance, and anger.

Learn and commit to practice:

Infection Prevention Protocols

HIPAA- Protect and maintain confidential information

OSHA Standards related to specimen collection

Principles, practices, and techniques of specimen collection;

Federal regulations, state laws, and agency directives applicable to specimen collection;

Minimum Requirements:

Possession of a valid driver's license/Auto insurance (for those that travel between clinics) or alternate means of travel.

Phlebotomy certification from an accredited program

6 months or greater phlebotomy experience with experience in the past 6 months in an active phlebotomy role.

Active registration in states where registration is required to perform phlebotomy

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE:

Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, and additional optional coverages

401K with company match

Paid time off and paid Holidays

Precision is dedicated to giving back to our communities through various platforms such as:

Sponsoring high school students with limited economic means

Annual company food drive with Precision matching each employee donation

Precision Cares program, partnering with local communities each year to give back

Frequent company events to keep our employees connected such as:

Lab Week: To celebrate and recognize the value our Lab Team members contribute

Compliance Week: To shine a light on the importance of compliance & ethics

Quarterly State of the Unions: All company business updates from our CEO

National Sales Meeting in San Diego for all Sales team members to connect and learn

ADDITIONAL JOB CONSIDERATIONS:

This position is Full-Time or Part-Time, hourly position.

Hourly Range is $21 per hour

Schedule: Mon - Thurs 8am - 5pm

This position works in a healthcare facility that is a partner to Precision Diagnostics.

Growth opportunities.

Education reimbursement program

Precision is dedicated to giving back to our communities through various platforms such as:

Sponsoring high school students with limited economic means

Annual company food drive with Precision matching each employee donation

Precision Cares program, partnering with local communities each year to give back

Frequent company events to keep our employees connected

Even if you do not meet all of the listed job description elements, we encourage you to apply as we may take relatable skillsets into consideration.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Precision is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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