This Position is for a Phlebotomist Specimen Processor with a company located in Decatur.

　　Job Summary: This job performs various laboratory functions to support the department in patient care. Conducts phlebotomy procedures; processes and receives specimens; accessions specimens; distributes specimens; and performs and results specific test procedures.

　　Duties and Responsibilities: Required -- High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred -- Completion of phlebotomy course. Preferred -- Current license or trainee license in the state of practice. Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process. Knowledge of venipuncture procedures. Strong interpersonal skills.

　　Education and Qualifications: Required Registered nurse diploma. Preferred Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing. 1 year of experience as a registered nurse. Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association. Certification in clinical specialty area. Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally. Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications. Ability to demonstrate good judgement. Strong interpersonal skills.

　　Physical and Environmental Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

　　  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Medium Work -- Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

　　   (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible. Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities. Must be able to work a flexible work schedule. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

　　Benefits: We understand that work is a significant part of your life---but it's not the only part. That's why we offer benefits that help address practically every part of your life and help you be your best self. With unlimited growth potential, both professionally and personally, now is the time to sta t your future with Ochsner.

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