Nurse, Health Screener-Baltimore, MD
Company: Quest Diagnostics Incorporated
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: April 16, 2024
Job Description:
The primary responsibility of the Health Screener is to provide
coverage in the field ensuring that health screenings are completed
accurately and on time.Maintain a safe and professional environment
for clients and employees; perform with confidence all aspects of a
health screening, including specimen collection and processing
duties following established practices and procedures.This is an
independent contractor (1099) position with the possibility of
converting to a W2 per diem employee after meeting certain
criteria.
- Perform biometric screening at client sites including finger
stick blood collection, BMI, Blood Pressure and other health
screening services based on service package
- Performs basic waived testing technical procedures on blood
samples and completes required quality control.
- Provide exceptional customer service at all health
screenings.
- Maintains accurate, complete, and legible records.
- Participates in training/retraining and continuing education
programs as necessary.
- Complies with all designated safety policies and procedures in
the work area, including the use of applicable protective equipment
when necessary to prevent exposure to potentially infectious
agents.
- Understands and complies with applicable federal, state and
local laws. Adheres to quality assurance procedures and good
manufacturing practices.
- Maintain all HIPAA and OSHA standards while on events.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
QUALIFICATIONSRequired Work Experience:N/APreferred Work
Experience:At least 1 year of healthcare experience in a
professional setting preferred.Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Lift light to moderately heavy objects. The normal performance
of duties may require lifting and carrying objects. Objects in the
weight range of 1 to 15 pounds are lifted and carried frequently;
objects in the weight range of 16 to 40 pounds may be lifted and
carried occasionally. Objects exceeding 41 pounds are not to be
lifted or carried without assistance
- Requires use of phone and PC
- Fine dexterity with hands/steadiness
- Handling stress & emotions
- Concentrating on tasks
- Making decisions
- Adjusting to change
- Examining/observing details
- Sitting or standing for long periods at a time
- Position requires travelKnowledge:Must be knowledgeable of
required regulations and comply with themSkills:
- Proficient with finger sticks and manual blood pressure.
- Ability to understand and perform complex procedures and
techniques and work with complex instrumentation (Cholestech and/
or Cardio Check experience preferred).
- Skills required for proper specimen and reagent handling,
labeling, processing, preparation, transportation, and storage
necessary.
- Excellent customer service internally and externally
- Possess good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to read, understand and follow detailed procedures
- Basic computer skills necessary including access to internet /
email
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word,
Outlook, and ExcelEDUCATION Some College
Courses(Required)LICENSECERTIFICATIONS Meet state licensure
requirements, if applicable. (Required)
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