Mobile Phlebotomist

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Phlebotomist is responsible work diligently, independently and as a team member to meet the department goals, and achieve improved benchmarks. The Phlebotomist will be responsible for driving to appointments for specimen collection, retinal eye camera usage, specimen drop off at local labs, plan daily area routes for member outreaches and may contact members to schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Organized and detailed mobile phlebotomist will safely drive their personal vehicle to member facilities to collect specimens from patients and deliver them timely to a local lab for processing.
• Follow established phlebotomy procedures for obtaining blood samples, including following all protocols, practices and appropriate caution when handling specimens in compliance with ACULABS’ “Blood borne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan”.
• Properly and accurately identify patients prior to sample collection, ensure that all specimens are properly labeled, in the proper container and accompanied by a completed requisitions, including patient billing information prior to transporting.
• Maintaining compliance with HIPAA and ensuring proper PHI handling.
• Plan, and organize draw schedules to ensure most efficient use of time, and in accordance with department needs. Contact members to schedule in home appointments, completing necessary follow ups and appointment confirmations.
• Retinal Camera use, completing a picture of patient’s retina with retinal camera (will provide training)

• Maintain all equipment in good working order and report issues immediately to supervisor. Maintain accurate lab supplies inventory, and notify supervisor timely when running low.
• Strong communication skills, must be available via company issued mobile devices and reply/answer promptly.
• Strive to meet personal, department, and organizational goals and targets.
• Maintain spreadsheets, complete timesheets, and expense reports in a neat, timely and accurate manner.
• All other duties as directed by management.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $24 - $27 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, licensure, skills, and experience.

The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered.

Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

As one of the fastest growing Independent Physician Associations in Southern California, Regal Medical Group, Lakeside Community Healthcare Affiliated Doctors of Orange County, offers a fast-paced, exciting, welcoming and supportive work environment. Opportunities abound, and enterprising, capable, focused people prosper with us. We promote teamwork, nurture learning, and encourage advancement for all of our employees. We want to see you excel, because we believe that your success is our success.

Full Time Position Benefits:

The success of any company depends on its employees. For us, employee satisfaction is crucial not only to the well-being of our organization, but also to the health and wellness of our members. As such, we are firmly dedicated to providing our employees the options and resources necessary for building security and maintaining a healthy balance between work and life.

Our dedication to our staff is evident in our comprehensive benefits package. We offer a very generous mixture of benefits, including many employer-paid options.

Health and Wellness:

• Employer-paid comprehensive medical, pharmacy, and dental for employees
• Vision insurance
• Zero co-payments for employed physician office visits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Behavioral Health Services

Savings and Retirement:

• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Income Protection Insurance

Other Benefits:

• Vacation Time
• Company celebrations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• License Renewal CEU Cost Reimbursement Program
• Business-casual working environment
• Sick days
• Paid holidays
• Mileage

Employer will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the LA City Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Requirements

Education and / or Experience:

• Must have experience with laboratory specimen collections and blood draws
• Must have 1-2 Years of Phlebotomy experience
• Must have an active Phlebotomist Technician License
• Must be bilingual (Spanish and English)
• Must have a valid driver’s license, a vehicle, active car insurance and car registration.
• Must be willing to travel-100% of the time
• Mon-Fri Full time
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Proficient in phlebotomy procedures, techniques, including venipuncture, tourniquet application/removal and decontamination of the puncture site.
• Must be able to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to obtain blood specimens from patients under a variety of patient conditions.
• Proficient in written/verbal skills in the English and Spanish.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients, patients, public and all staff members, ability to take directions and conduct self in a professional manner.
• Practices excellent communication and interaction skills specific to the population served, including the geriatric communities. Treats patients with respect, dignity, and discretion

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