Clinical Laboratory Phlebotomist

About the role

This position works with other members of the lab team to process patients, collect blood, urine and other specimens, and process specimens for in-house testing and send-outs to a Reference Laboratory. This position performs phlebotomy and specimen processing duties, and efficient venous puncture on students by following phlebotomy policies and procedures established by the UCR Student Health Services Clinical Laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Performs test requisition verification and patient identification either electronically or on paper.
• Performs computer entry of lab orders both in-house and send outs.
• Assists the CLS in the setup of CLIA-waved test.
• Participates in quality assurance studies and greater quality compliance record keeping.
• Maintains supplies.
• May provide clinical resource leadership/training in phlebotomy and/or specimen processing.

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years laboratory/phlebotomy experience. Perform venous and/or skin punctures on adults.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with standard (universal) precautions, handling of biohazardous waste.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and respect for all patients and co-workers with diverse cultural backgrounds and lifestyles.
• Manual dexterity and visual and auditory acuity to perform the required duties.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately and to communicate, interact and be cooperative with patients and all personnel in the facility.
• Ability to write legibly and be attentive to details.
• Ability, on a daily basis, to assess overall workload for any area that needs help, and help co-workers without being reassigned by the supervisor.
• Understanding of lab tests' clinical usefulness.
• Ability to use good judgment in deciding when to seek clarification and assistance; be able to multi-task and to prioritize tasks in order of importance.
• Ability to perform duties in a professional manner and put patients at ease.
• Computer skills necessary to function in Windows application.
• Knowledgeable of the proper specimen handling and collection techniques and the correct Order of Draw.
• Actively participates in all QI/QA projects and assisting the CLS in the introduction of new tests, procedures, and methodologies as well as in the training of new staff in the laboratory.

Skills

Working knowledge of lab equipment and supplies.