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Position description
As Phlebotomist I or II you will be responsible for obtaining quality blood samples using a variety of phlebotomy methods (venous, capillary, arterial, and line collections) using standard safety equipment from all age groups with strict adherence to regulatory requirements and collection procedures. You will provide rapid response to medical emergencies such as traumas and codes. Additional responsibilities will include:

• Accurate patient identification, quality specimen labeling, handling, and transportation.
• Working with a variety of computer programs/systems.
• Utilizing excellent customer relations and communication skills in performing phlebotomy
• Answering the phone and interacting with patients, nurses, providers, and other health care professionals to ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrating a positive and professional demeanor.
• Working independently as well as within a team.
• Demonstrating skills in coping, understanding, following written and verbal instructions, organization and prioritization, attention to detail, problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision making.
• Assisting with the training of students and new employees.
• You will actively partner with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

*Individuals hired to this position are required to complete 2 years in this position before becoming eligible to transfer to other positions within Mayo Clinic.

**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Qualifications
You must have a high school diploma or equivalent to be considered for this position.


*Community Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (CLMP) employees that have been in their current lab/position for less than 2 years must attach an early release approval from their supervisor.

**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Additional qualifications

• Internal applicants must include their 3 most recent performance appraisals.
• Willingness to travel to other MCHS locations for assignments as needed.
• Phlebotomy experience, preferred.
• Experience working in a medical field, preferred.
• Must be able to push a cart and walk distances
• Moderate to advanced computer skills.
• Possess good written and oral communication skills, the ability to prioritize work, manage time wisely, and adjust to changes in work volumes and projects.
• Excellent customer service skills.

License or certification
To qualify for Phlebotomist II, the applicant must possess a valid phlebotomy certification from an approved laboratory certification agency, such as the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), National Health Career Association (NHA), or the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT).

Certificates from a technical college where the course was taken are not sufficient. The Phlebotomist must have sat for a certification exam from an agency such as those listed above or must possess one of the following valid certifications: Medical Assistant (MA) certification from an approved agency such as the American Medical Association (AMA), Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Medical Technologist (MT) certification.

*Ongoing maintenance for certifications is not required.

Exemption status
Non-exempt

Compensation Detail
Required education, experience, and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. The pay range for Phlebotomist I is $17.16 - $23.18 per hour. The pay range for Phlebotomist II is $18.05 - $24.76 per hour.

Benefits eligible
Yes

Schedule
Full Time

Hours / Pay period
80

Schedule details
Monday - Friday, primarily 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, with occasional fill in of evening and overnight shifts as needed.

*Candidate must have flexibility to cover other Mayo Clinic Health System sites as needed.


Weekend schedule
Friday - Saturday, 10:30 pm - 7:00 am. Every 3rd weekend on an overnight shift.

*In addition to your base pay, you will receive a weekend shift differential of $3.65/hour on the night shift.


International Assignment
No

Site description
Albert Lea is a community of 18,000 in scenic Southern MN, surrounded by several lakes and located just 90 minutes south of Minneapolis and 60 miles from Mayo Clinic in Rochester. Excellent family amenities include a community focus on education (new high school, superb test scores), 38 city parks, 6 nearby golf courses, cultural events, festivals, performing arts, 250 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, Blazing Star Recreational Trail, and Audubon Nature and Wildlife Preserve. Austin is a community of 23,000 surrounded by prairies, rivers and valleys just 90 minutes south of Minneapolis/St. Paul and 40 minutes west of Mayo Clinic in Rochester. Excellent public and parochial education system, including programming for students with special needs and gifted students. Great recreation options including trout fishing, hunting, cross-country skiing, camping, hiking, cycling, indoor/outdoor tennis, canoeing and golfing.

Recruiter
Laura Heyde

EOE
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.