Phlebotomist - Laboratory - UH Truman Medical Center (5 days per week; 8:30a-5:00p; Mon-Fri)

Job Description

Performs phlebotomy procedures, provides timely test ordering, schedules tests and conducts test procedures. Works directly with the Support Service Supervisor to facilitate work flow of Outpatient Laboratory area. Cleans laboratory equipment as necessary and assists in clerical duties of the department, such as answering phones and ordering supplies.

Specific Duties

• Works independently with little or no direct supervision
• Facilitates work flow of Outpatient Laboratory area
• Cleans laboratory equipment as necessary
• Assists in clerical duties of the department, such as answering phones and ordering supplies
• May perform duties of Laboratory Information Processing Specialist (PCN 0106)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Detail knowledge of clerical and office practices
• Knowledge of computer and troubleshooting
• Good organizational abilities, time management and priority setting
• Verbal communication skills required to explain procedures to patients
• Writing skills required to maintain various records
• Ability to order tests and/or test results on a computer terminal
• Physical ability to walk long distances for long periods of time, lean across the bedside to draw blood, or to push a cart
• Ability to carry a phlebotomy tray and lift and carry a filled gallon bottle
• Ability to work weekend, holidays, and rotate various shifts, if needed
• Good working knowledge of hospital functions, working knowledge of good supervisory practices, laboratory support functions, and adult learning principles and teaching techniques

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in phlebotomy
• Course in medical terminology