Phlebotomist 3 (UHealth Labs Transition)

## Phlebotomist 3 (UHealth Labs Transition)Applyremote type: On-Sitelocations: Miami, FLtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 9 Days Agojob requisition id: R100097117**Current Employees:**If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet.The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Pathology has an exciting opportunity for a full-time **Phlebotomist 3**.**Core Job Summary:**The Phlebotomist 3 draws and collects blood samples from patients, verifies records, and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis. An employee in this position conducts interviews, takes vital signs, and tests blood samples. The Phlebotomist 3 relates to and interacts well with patients by taking into consideration their age-specific, physical, and psychosocial needs. The incumbent also uses the laboratory and hospital systems to accession data, prepare samples for shipping, and perform other appropriate system functions. **Core Responsibilities:*** Performs patient phlebotomy by prescribed technique outlined in the phlebotomy procedure manual.* Processes hematology and oncology patients as priority.* Works on pre-accession specimens and matches and organizes orders and labels for the day.* Follows patient identification process.* Answers questions and resolves problems pertaining to test requisitions, specimen requirements, test additions, priority changes, and patient results.* Maintains adequate inventory levels as per protocol and rotates previous stock.* Maintains required files and log systems in a neat and accurate manner.* Assists supervisor in recording statistics and generates reports.* Processes cancellations, credits, and additions of test procedures.* Picks up, unpacks, dates and stores in a timely manner according to manufacturers’ recommendation.* Checks packing slips, verifies number of items received, documents, and gives copy to supervisor/designee.* Removes, empty boxes and recyclable material and disposes of them as per Standard Operating Procedures.* Prepares biohazard containers for use and then disposal.* Prepares samples for shipping.* Assures accuracy and completeness throughout the patient registration process.* Follows up with patient’s physician to request missing information or to clarify test orders appropriately and in a timely manner.* Assists in the maintenance of hardware by changing paper, labels, and/or printer ribbons when necessary.* Serves as a lead/back-up when Supervisor is unavailable.* Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.**This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.** **CORE QUALIFICATIONS** High School Diploma or equivalent Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required**Certifications*** Phlebotomist Certification* HIV* BLS**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:*** Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.* Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.* Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.* Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.***Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.***This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.**Job Status:**Full time**Employee Type:**Staff #J-18808-Ljbffr