Phlebotomist

Phlebotomy Technician

Reviews and follows requests for tests and procedures prescribed by physicians. Draws and processes specimens promptly and in compliance with established procedure. Identifies and labels specimens. Provides care appropriate for the neonate and the pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients served based on demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.

Specimen Collection and Processing:

• Exhibits a thorough understanding of patient comfort and minimize the discomfort of venipuncture.
• Knows the proper containers and requirements for each test requested or know where to locate the information.
• Follows laboratory procedures for labeling specimens for testing.
• Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• Completes work conformed to standards of performance and specification or position (neatness, accuracy, volume, speed).

Clerical Duties:

• Completes laboratory charges in a timely manner.
• Processes patients in a timely manner as they come in; informs technologist of the test required.
• Helps maintain current files for all laboratory testing.
• Assists in answering the telephones in the department.
• Makes sure all reports are delivered before leaving after shift ends.
• Checks the daily testing sent out to referral lab.
• Keeps inventory supplies ordered from the referral laboratory.

Special Projects:

• Completes work conformed to standards of performance and specifications or position (neatness, accuracy, volume, speed).
• Willing to accept additional responsibilities as requested by supervisory personnel.
• Assists in reagent and supply inventory, restocks reagents and supplies as needed, and maintains assigned areas in a clean and orderly manner. Notifies appropriate personnel when supplies are at a reorder point.
• Takes initiative. Offers aid and always available to help others.

Interpersonal and Professional skills:

• Promotes public relations for the clinical laboratory by maintaining a professional image and conduct in interactions with other health care professionals.
• Participates in the ongoing function of the laboratory diligently, displaying persistence in obtaining an acceptable outcome.
• Uses the proper channel to introduce problems and suggestions.
• Treats everyone with courtesy and respect.
• Special projects are submitted to the Laboratory Director at requested time.

Requirements:

• Education: High School graduate or GED (some college preferred).
• Personal Job-Related Skills: The employee in this position will be required to maintain proficiency in some medical terminology, telephone communication skills, clerical work and phlebotomy skills.
• Licensure, Registry or Certification: Phlebotomy registered (ASPT, ASCP, or other accepted certifying agencies) or equivalent is preferred, or registry eligible.
• Experience: Prior Work Experience: One year in a medical laboratory preferred but not required.
• Physical and Mental Requirements: Duties of the position require moderate periods of sitting, standing, and lifting up to 30pounds. She or he will be required to demonstrate competencies in the care and/or service to our patients/customers of all ages. Understands and follows oral and written instructions/directions.