Phlebotomist - Wesley Chapel

PhlebotomistThis position is expected to function independently or with minimal supervision in all laboratory areas and duties including but not limited to, performing phlebotomy, specimen processing, and clerical duties, all of which are to be performed in a timely and efficient manner. Display competence in performing all the job expectations described within this job description. It is expected that all Lab Assistant II be proficient in all areas of Phlebotomy, Specimen Processing and Clerical duties and be able to assist with the laboratory operation should a temporary absence of supervision occur.Responsibilities include front office functions such as patient registration, demonstrating knowledge of third-party reimbursement requirements and regulations, performing start up duties prior to opening lab, adding tests for add-ons, handling recollects, charging STATs to HMO's, copying insurance cards, using proper stamps on orders, printing daily logs, dispensing petty cash, faxing reports, handling drug screens collections, quoting lab prices, making deposits, printing labels for requisitions and specimens, obtaining ABN forms for Medicare patients, obtaining orders from Intergy or patients, obtaining and using valid diagnosis codes, properly identifying patients, collecting monies from patients and issuing receipts, challenging ambiguous orders, handling according to protocol, taking verbal orders, verifying patient insurance information, providing services for patients and doctors' offices such as lab results, directing incoming faxes, answering phone and assisting callers, properly transferring calls, calling or faxing any panic or stat results to appropriate provider per written protocol, performing tasks with minimal errors, understanding and having the know how to perform assigned tasks, ability to master and understand new work routines, performing phlebotomy, properly identifying patient at draw point, verifying orders and requisitions match, checking all tests, performing peripheral IV insertion, communication with immediate supervisors on any issues that may impact patient care, using proper phlebotomy technique, ensuring ABN is properly filled out and signed, using personal protective equipment when performing venipuncture, properly preparing specimen for transport, labeling specimens properly, supplying proper information on requisitions pertaining to draw, properly interpreting orders, drawing 6 patients an hour (35 to 40 patients per day), rarely needing a butterfly to draw patients, keeping requisitions filed in folder and assisting with preparing the folders for scanning, providing phlebotomy services to doctor's offices when needed, preparing reports for distribution, loading any specimens passed through, supplying missing billing information, keeping daily requisitions filed correctly and neatly, working outstanding tests report for LabCorp and Quest, working error logs for LabCorp and Quest, retrieving results and transmitting requisitions when needed, directing incoming mail to correct personnel, performing mail-outs daily, obtaining correct addresses for outside providers, processing specimens, spinning down specimens when needed, checking for fibrinogen and clots, pouring off any specimens needed for special transport tubes, preparing specimens for transportation with couriers, distributing and handling STATs according to protocol, performing clean-outs in Flex-e Suite, keeping accurate inventory of supplies, checking and monitoring supply levels weekly, ordering supplies on a scheduled routine basis, distributing supplies to remote labs, keeping supply area neat and clutter free, knowing how to look up results and print in Intergy, Flex-e Suite, LCM, printing patient demographic sheets and insurance cards, loading insurances into Intergy and setting proper coverage, creating requisitions in Clinicians for Labcorp, Quest, LIS, performing result retrieval and transmissions, printing billing reports or work lists for STAT, MAIL, and Fax logs, performing clean-outs in Flex-e Suite, registering a new patient in Intergy or making changes to existing information, loading drug studies, knowledge of hospital and laboratory information systems, specimen processing, billing, reference testing and scheduling, maintaining reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, maintaining compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures, performing all other duties as assigned.Qualifications include high school graduate or equivalent, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong computer proficiency, demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others, ability to plan, organize and manage multiple priorities, excellent phlebotomy skills for both pediatric and geriatric patients, obtaining phlebotomy certification from American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), National Phlebotomy Association (NPA), American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT), National Health career Association (NHA) or any certification program requiring a phlebotomy rotation with a minimum of 100 patient collections, CPR certification required, minimum 1 year experience required.