Phlebotomist (Part-Time)

About the role

The Phlebotomist is responsible for performing Phlebotomy draws, secretarial duties, and assisting in specimen processing.

Responsibilities

• Performs Phlebotomy draws, including venipuncture, and heel and fingers sticks, in a timely manner.
• Orders Lab work for physicians. Reviews physician orders for diagnosis and physician signature.
• Processes specimens for send out, including spinning, pouring off serum, plasma, urines and stabilizing per temperature requirements.
• Compiles monthly order statistics, ensuring up-to-date standing orders.
• Serves as a preceptor for new Phlebotomists.
• Attends department meetings.
• Maintains working knowledge of current Laboratory Compliance and HIPAA regulations.
• Completes quality variances in MEDITECH.
• Follows up on variances – phoning patients and / or providers for recollect or updated orders.
• Enters send out specimens onto the reference laboratory ‘batch’ for submitting via the LIS.
• Answers phone, receives faxes, and distributes mail and patient reports.
• Enters accurate billing information into the computer system.
• Assists in specimen processing area- processing specimens to be run in the laboratory and processing send out specimens.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• ASCP registration preferred. If ASCP certified, must maintain valid certification.
• AHA BLS certification within 4 months of hire
• Phlebotomy training preferred
• Accurate typing skills
• Secretarial experience preferred
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred