Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist

The Phlebotomist will assist the HarmonyCares Medical Group (HCMG) Physician in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management in a residential setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves patients by identifying the best method for retrieving blood samples and other specimens for laboratory testing, and performing screening procedures
• Verifies test requisitions by comparing information with the clinician order and bringing discrepancies to the attention of Leadership
• Verifies patient identification and explains sampling procedures to patients
• Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks
• Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures and observing isolation procedures
• Track collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection and maintaining daily tallies of collections performed
• Maintains safe, secure, healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations
• Serves and protects the hospital or healthcare facility community by adhering to professional standards, institutional policies and procedures, federal, state and local requirements
• Takes vital signs as needed
• Labels, stores and properly packages specimens for delivery to lab
• Logs patient information for accurate processing and testing
• Logs information in compliance with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) standards
• Performs all clinical duties while observing OSHA and HIPAA requirements
• Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatment (supply inventory, medical bag and car)
• Facilitates required Consent Form signatures as needed
• Attends required meetings and in-services
• Supports mission, vision and core values which include but not limited to delivering compassionate support, attention and assistance to patients, families and members of our team

In this role you may work with...

• Primary Care Physicians
• Nurse Practitioners
• Clinical Teams
• Patients
• Patient Families

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• High School Diploma
• Phlebotomist Certification
• CPR Certification
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and good driving record
• Ability to drive up to 150 miles daily in urban and/or rural setting
• Full range body motion including handling/lifting patients
• Ability to lift/carry items weighing up to 50 lbs
• Ability to read and understand road maps
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Adept at venipuncture, phlebotomy and finger sticks
• Excellent verbal and written communication and documentation skills
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)
• Experienced in appropriate IT technology such as IPad and GPS
• Interpersonal skills and compassion
• Ability to work independently, analyze information, think critically and problem solve
• Attention to detail
• Procedural and organizational skills

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Six months of experience in patient care, preferably geriatric care

Pay Rate

Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related considerations.