Employee must support the mission of UnityPoint Health Des Moines and the vision of the Laboratory by demonstrating a strong commitment to Personal and Service Excellence and CORE Values. Under the leadership of the Laboratory Supervisor this position will deliver clinical and nonclinical services to support patient centered care. The phlebotomist is responsible for timely accurate and efficient blood specimen collection. This contributes directly to patient care and patient experience. Laboratory data obtained from blood specimens is used extensively for diagnostic and treatment purposes.
Responsibilities
Obtains adequate blood specimens from all inpatients (obstetric medical/surgical mental health oncology rehabilitation renal neurological) outpatients emergency care nonpatient services (physician clinics wellness/fitness environmental monitoring pediatric) in all age groups. Labels all specimens in accordance with standards. Supports the LEAN principles of one piece flow and first in first out when delivering patient samples to the laboratory. Adheres to standard work processes and meets productivity standards. Exercises judgment in determining work priority. Interacts with nursing units and clients to ascertain critical priorities and verify discrepancies which include judging specimen acceptability and canceling tests as needed. Implements the continuous quality improvement process by exemplifying a professional compassionate and cooperative representative of the Laboratory thus providing excellent customer service.
Qualifications
EDUCATION: Required: High school graduate or equivalent. Must be able to read write and speak fluent English. Preferred: Successful completion of a phlebotomy course. PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE: Not required EOE M/F/V/D
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