Phlebotomy EKG Technician (hiring incentive) - Hennepin County Medical Center

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County. 

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

SUMMARY:

We are currently seeking a Phlebotomy EKG Technician to join our Laboratory Specimen Collection team. This part time role will work 40 hours within a two week pay period, on evenings (including rotating weekends and holidays). Start times will rotate between 1 PM and 2 PM. Also includes last minute overtime into next shift as needed (nights).

Purpose of this position: Under general supervision, performs work which involves collecting laboratory specimens and/or performing EKG testing on inpatients. Enters data into the electronic health record (EHR) and/or the laboratory information system (LIS).  Interacts and communicates with patients, their families, and members of the healthcare team by using various communication tools in a timely and professional manner

A sign-on bonus ($2,000) is available for qualifying positions and eligible external candidates. (current employees, contract or temporary workers and rehires within a year are ineligible).

RESPONSIBILITIES:
General duties

• Correctly prioritizes work based on order parameters and responds to critical needs. Assists co-workers in completion of work
• Performs standard procedures for identifying patients
• Documents specimen collections and testing according to standard procedure in the electronic health record (EHR) and the laboratory information system (LIS). Communicates any problems or issues with the patient care team
• Cleans equipment between patient contact
• Troubleshoots equipment in event of malfunction. Alerts Bio-Electronics and/or IT helpdesk if needed

Phlebotomy specific tasks

• Performs blood drawing procedures including venipuncture and capillary collection, standard labeling, and transporting specimens according to specimen requirements and standard protocol

EKG specific tasks 

• Performs electrocardiogram procedure and transfers data to EHR
• Operates and performs routine maintenance on EKG cart according to procedure
• Follows critical value provider protocol notification and documentation

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED

-AND-

• Completion of a recognized training program for phlebotomy 

-OR- 

• One year of phlebotomy experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified or certification eligible with a Nationally accredited phlebotomy certification organization
• One year of experience in a hospital inpatient setting
• Completion of a recognized phlebotomy training program with inpatient hospital internship

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Customer Services skills 
• Inpatient Phlebotomy skills

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.  

Please Note:  Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.