Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant I (Evenings)

Overview

USD $17.14/Hr. Max USD $26.56/Hr. Overview: $5,000 Sign On Bonus/2 Year Commitment*

Responsibilities

• Accurately identify and obtain blood specimens from inpatients/outpatients of all ages, employees, etc. as requested by authorized personnel (i.e. physicians, residents, employee health nurse) using the correct technique and appropriate equipment.
• Verifies accuracy of computer generated orders. Resolves any discrepancies prior to drawing the patient.
• Ensures specimen integrity by adhering to appropriate laboratory collection protocols (i.e. checking for IV’s, fistulas, etc).
• Initial, date, and record time blood was collected on all laboratory requisition forms or specimens.
• Assists with retrieving blood from tube station, central collecting blood in computer system, stocking of phlebotomy supplies, etc.
• Maintain phlebotomy area and carts in a neat and clean manner, well stocked with supplies.
• Must collect timed specimens within 30 minutes of requested time and stat specimens within 15 minutes of requested time.
• Communicate effectively with other hospital personnel regarding collection of timed specimens, stats, and specimens that are unable to be obtained from patients for any reason.
• Carry and actively use a Vocera appropriately as well as carry a surgery phone and star 3 pager.
• Follows guidelines for sending specimens through the pneumatic tube station to ensure turn-around time requirements are met.
• Maintains specimen tracking by correctly logging in all inpatients and floor samples with the correct time of specimen collection.
• Evaluate and clear pending logs to ensure all patient samples are accounted for.
• Participate in the orientation and/or training of personnel as directed by administrative staff, supervisor or other authorized personnel.
• Maintain productivity at a rate comparable to other experienced staff (6-8 patients per hour).
• Perform non-technical procedures and other tasks as determined by the director, administrative staff, supervisor or other authorized personnel in order to maintain primary departmental functions.
• Contribute to effective customer relations by assisting patients, visitors, physicians to resolve expressed concerns and by demonstrating a welcoming and helpful attitude.
• Perform other related work as required or requested.

Qualifications

• High school graduate required
• ASCP Phlebotomy Certification or equivalent preferred
• Phlebotomy experience preferred