Phlebotomist 2 (Evenings)
Phlebotomist 2 (Evenings)
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Job Description
The Phlebotomist 2 draws and collects blood samples from patients verifies records and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis. Performs all pre-analytical functions. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Relies on establish guidelines to accomplish tasks. Develops a complete understanding of specimen collection and handling in order to preserve specimen validity and integrity Must have excellent customer service skills and frequently works independently outside the main lab. May direct or lead the work of others.
Responsibilities
- Compliance/Safety: This will have been satisfactorily performed when
- Appropriate PPE is worn during sample collection and processing to ensure safe work habits and maintains a safe environment for self co-workers patients and visitors 100% of the time.
- Confidential information is communicated in designated areas and information shared to others on an as-needed basis as evidenced by lack of complaints.
- Productivity: This will have been satisfactorily performed when
- Specimens are received and accepted into the Lab Information System using proper patient identification at all times.
- Laboratory centrifuge for specimen processing is operated in accordance to specified guidelines at all times.
- Clinical specimen and order processing functions are performed within specified guidelines at all times.
- Procedures for the aseptic collection of samples for blood culture are followed with less than 3% contamination rate.
- Phlebotomy areas are maintained in a sanitary and properly supplied condition at all times.
- Positive patient identification and specimen labeling is followed at all times with less than 2 incidents a year.
- All specimen collection devices and techniques are properly utilized at all times as evidenced by less than 2 incidents per year.
- Other duties as assigned: This will have been satisfactorily performed when
- Active participation in committees department processes and special projects as assigned is provided as requested.
- Other duties as assigned are completed.
Qualifications
- 1 year Phlebotomy Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent
- See cerification requirements
- Good interpersonal/human relations skills; Good oral/written communication skills; Good teamwork skills; Good critical thinking/decision making skills; Good organizational skills
- Phlebotomy MLA or MA certification or license obtained within three (3) months of employment; Certified Phlebotomist or obtain a La. Medical Laboratory Assistant license
Employment Type
Full Time
