Phlebotomist

Description

About Jordan Valley Community Health Center:

Jordan Valley Community Health Center (JVCHC) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVCHC strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare.

Job Summary

The Phlebotomist will obtain and process lab samples from patients per provider’s requests while following protocols required by CLIA, CLSI, AAAHC, OSHA, and other JVCHC, state, or Federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy skillfully utilizing proper laboratory procedures as outlined by CLSI with minimal discomfort to the patient.
• Obtains and collects high quality specimens that are appropriate for the ordered laboratory tests.
• Disinfects laboratory surfaces with daily cleaning.
• Verifies and records identity of patient using 2 patient identifiers.
• Effectively interacts with patient to minimize the apprehension of the phlebotomy procedure.
• Correctly labels, processes and properly stores blood and body fluid specimens according to the specimen requirements.
• Conducts all waived in-house lab tests efficiently as ordered by prodders, and correctly documents.
• Maintains a strict level of patient confidentiality.
• Assists with orientation of laboratory procedures for students and/or new laboratory employees.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

Benefits Overview

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
• Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network.
• Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.
• Pay on Demand Available.
  
  

Holidays

• Nine paid holidays per year.
  
  

Health Requirements

All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

Application Process

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter through the JVCHC career portal at Careers & Education - Jordan Valley. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Jordan Valley Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year work experience required in a similar service-oriented industry.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Completion of phlebotomy training.