Clinical Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist

Montana State University
US - Montana - Bozeman
February 4, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 25132

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Cara Maletz

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Classification Title Lab Tech (non-Research)

Working Title Clinical Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist

Brief Position Overview

The Phlebotomist at Student Health Services plays a crucial role in supporting medical professionals, including Clinical Laboratory Scientists, by performing essential laboratory procedures.

Position Number 4N0310

Department SWC Medical

Division Division of Student Success

Appointment Type Classified

Contract Term Academic Year

Semester

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FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Affiliation FOCUS-MFPE

FTE 1.0

Benefits Eligible Eligible

Salary Wage commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.

Contract Type Classified Hourly

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Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

The Phlebotomist position in the clinical laboratory of Medical Services, part of the department of Student Health Services within the division of Student Success.

Duties and Responsibilities

Performs essential laboratory procedures.
Verifies laboratory test requests.
Confirms patient identification.
Collects blood specimens through venipuncture.
Monitors glucose levels via point-of-care testing.
Collects throat and nasopharyngeal specimens.
Performs COVID specimen collections.
Instructs patients on proper sample collection techniques.
May also perform waived laboratory testing as needed.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Phlebotomy experience, including proficiency in venipuncture.
Ability to work efficiently in a busy healthcare environment.
Strong attention to detail and sound judgment.
Professional demeanor and strong communication skills.
Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and privacy guidelines.
Ability to follow safety standards and maintain a healthy work environment.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Experience working in a college health or similar outpatient setting.
Experience with point-of-care testing and specimen collection procedures (e.g., nasopharyngeal swabs, throat swabs).
Knowledge of electronic health record ( EHR ) systems and laboratory information systems.
Certification in Phlebotomy or other relevant laboratory skills.
Experience performing waived laboratory testing.

The Successful Candidate Will

Proven phlebotomy experience.
Demonstrates excellent attention to detail.
Possess the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Maintains a professional demeanor at all times, following safety and privacy guidelines.
Collaborates effectively with the healthcare team.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Applications will be:

Screening of applications will begin on October 29, 2024; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

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