Vail Health has become the world?s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.
About the opportunity:
The Clinical Lab Assistant performs a variety of multi-skilled clinical and support functions including specimen collection, specimen processing, report processing and distribution, phlebotomy, complex laboratory information system functions, waived testing, workflow coordination, office duties, ordering supplies, and customer support.
This position is mostly focused on phlebotomy duties.
What you will do:
Performs variety of routine and complex phlebotomy procedures including venipuncture, finger and heel sticks, blood cultures, therapeutic phlebotomy.
Demonstrates thorough knowledge of the Cerner Millennium LIS system to include laboratory specimen processing, reporting, and ABN checking. Demonstrates knowledge of registration and billing functions applicable to lab processes.
Organizes work to meet deadlines and works under stressful conditions. Works independently with minimal supervision and direction.
Provides the highest level of customer service in general and relating to laboratory testing/processes to all customers (Physicians, Nurses, Technicians, Patients, Colleagues, etc.).
Coordinates and organizes front desk activities to include complete and accurate processing of specimens and orders. Able to answer questions relating to specimen collection, processing, turnaround, reference lab testing, and pricing.
Organizes and maintains lab records in accordance with regulations. Distributes reports in a timely manner.
Interacts effectively and has knowledge of processes between lab and internal and external lab clients to include infection control, occupational and employee health, contract accounts, physician offices.
Obtains DOT hazardous shipping certification and be responsible for shipping specimens to reference laboratories.
Maintains par inventory levels of supplies for specimen collection and processing areas.
Performs maintenance and cleaning of equipment used in specimen processing area to include centrifuges, copies and faxes.
Role models the principals of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.
This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
What you will need:
Experience:
One year phlebotomy experience preferred.
License(s):
N/A
Certification(s):
Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Computer / Typing:
Cerner Millennium LIS system experience preferred.
Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.
Education:
N/A
Benefits at Vail Health (Full Time) Include:
Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
Competitive wages
Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
Housing programs
Childcare reimbursement
Comprehensive Health Benefits:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Educational Programs:
Tuition Assistance
Existing Student Loan Repayment
Specialty Certification Reimbursement
Annual Supplemental Educational Funds
Paid Time Off:
Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.
Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:
403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability
Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:
Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement
Recreation discounts
Pet insurance
Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.
Vail Health, formerly Vail Valley Medical Center, is a nonprofit community health care system serving patients and guests from around the world. Locally operated and governed by a volunteer board of directors, Vail Health includes a 56-bed hospital, accredited by the Joint Commission. Our 24/7 emergency department in Vail is a Level III Trauma Center with a nearby helipad for necessary medical transports. Vail Health provides a wide array of services and access points including Beaver Creek Medical Center, urgent care clinics in Avon and Gypsum, our Edwards medical campus, Eagle Healthcare Center and a multispecialty clinic in Frisco. Howard Head Sports Medicine offers physical therapy services at 10 locations and works closely with our internationally renowned orthopaedic partners at The Steadman Clinic and Vail-Summit Orthopaedics. In addition, Vail Health's Shaw Cancer Center and Sonnenalp Breast Center are the region’s only fully accredited cancer treatment center and comprehensive breast center. The Vail Clinic, which was founded in 1965, officially became “Vail Valley Medical Center” in 1980, its first year as a full-service hospital. At that time, we had one primary locatio...n and 25 physicians. Today, Vail Health has locations in nine towns, nearly 1,000 employees, 260 physician partners and 85 volunteers. Vail Health is an equal-opportunity employer. The hospital is handicap accessible and adheres to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Smoking is prohibited in our facilities. This includes e-cigarettes.