Phlebotomist TMCOne Vail Vardiology

Essential Functions

• Properly identifies patient before obtaining specimen and labels the samples subsequent to the collection in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures.
• Performs any laboratory procedures, which must be accomplished at the time of collection.
• Transports patients’ specimens to the laboratory, or makes arrangements for delivery of specimens to the laboratory in a timely manner.
• Keys and verifies computer input data, assigns identification numbers, and produces specimen collection lists/labels and other computer reports.
• Legibly documents failure-to-draw reasons according to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Processes and delivers specimens received in the laboratory to the proper sections for analysis.
• Solves routine problems related to specimen collection and specimen processing.
• Consults reference manuals to ensure specimens are properly packaged for send out.
• Clocks and verifies computer input data, assigns identification numbers, and produces specimen collection lists/labels and other computer reports.
• Resolves routine problems related to specimen collection and specimen processing.
• Uses lab computer system to enter and retrieve pertinent patient information.
• Consults with medical staff and other health care providers on matters relating to laboratory services.
• Answers telephones, routes callers, takes messages and provides information to callers.
• Sets up, calibrates, cleans and performs routine maintenance on laboratory centrifuges.
• Operates a personal computer, calculator, FAX machine, copy machine or related office machinery in performing assigned duties.
• Requests and orders supplies as necessary to keep materials on hand at all times.
• Aids in training new personnel in accordance with laboratory and phlebotomy department policies and procedures.
• Adheres to TMC organizational and department-specific safety, confidentiality, values policies and standards.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Outreach Phlebotomist

• Collections patients' blood specimens at outside clinics/facilities.
• Prepares specimens for transport to the laboratory based on the testing requirements and specimen integrity i.e. decant, ambient, refrigerated or frozen.
• Create and verify the specimen batch lists for transport.

Float Phlebotomist

• Work schedule hours will vary based on the site coverage.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Experience: Six (6) months of experience collecting blood specimens.
• Licensure or Certification: None required.