Description
The UVA Earn While You Learn Trainee Program provides structured coursework and paid on–the–job–training as a full–time, benefitted employee. Phlebotomists collect quality specimens for laboratory analysis and perform a variety of patient care and administrative support functions under the supervision of Medical Center professionals in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
*Now scheduling interviews for our October 2024 cohort.*
Join a culture that encourages growth, teamwork, diversity, pride, efficiency, and exceptional patient care. Whether you are starting your very first job or want to start a new career in healthcare, the Earn While You Learn training programs could be the place for you.
The UVA Earn While You Learn Trainee Program provides structured coursework and paid on–the–job–training as a full–time, benefitted employee. Minimum requirements are a high school diploma or GED; no experience is required. If you are seeking a career that is rewarding and makes a difference, join one of the nation?s premier academic health systems.
Earn While You Learn training programs begin October 2024.
Find more information on program career paths and training here:
If you are interested in being considered for any of the training programs, please apply to this posting. You will be contacted by a Recruiter to schedule an interview via Zoom.
Position Compensation: Competitive pay + benefits
You will be paid a total of 40 hours/week. All course and certification fees will be paid for by UVA Health in return for 1 year FULL–TIME commitment as an employee at UVA Health once course is completed.
Phlebotomy Trainee – Earn While You Learn Program
Performs blood collection using a variety of techniques to ensure minimal discomfort to the patient.
Provides a high standard of customer service while maintaining workflow.
Verifies patient identification in accordance with Medical Center Policy with any intervention.
Collects laboratory specimen with accuracy and timeliness as indicated by ordering and lab testing priorities.
Documents all information related to specimens collected in accordance with departmental policy.
Assist with specimen processing and handling in accordance with policy and procedure.
Assist with entering lab orders in the electronic information systems.
Assist with quality assurance functions and compliance.
Adheres to Standard Precaution procedures.
Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
Demonstrates knowledge of institution?s fire/emergency/infection control programs.
Performs administrative support functions.
Completes supply stocking, inventory and ordering as directed.
Maintains necessary skills and competencies.
Identifies strengths and opportunities for professional development and goals for self–improvement.
Completes annual mandatory training activities and regulatory in–service requirements with–in established timeframes.
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
Experience: No experience required.
Licensure: No licensure/certifications are required to apply to this role.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires frequent walking, bending and stooping, prolonged standing; repetitive motion: extension and flexion at wrist; proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly; ability to lift/push/pull < 20lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician?s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
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