Phlebotomist - Part Time Nights - Encinitas Hospital
- San Diego County, CA Encinitas, CA
- Permanent
- Part-time
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- Respond to life critical situations such as Trauma, Stroke Codes, Code Sepsis or Code Blues.
- Ensure samples are collected following time-sensitive priorities (STAT, Timed and routine).
- Observe aseptic technique and isolation procedures whenever indicated.
- Clarify unclear orders, resolve any orders or patient identification discrepancies prior to sample collection and document ABN necessity whenever indicated.
- Identify patients according to policy prior to sample collection and label samples accurately.
- Perform phlebotomy through venipuncture or capillary puncture and observe age-specific techniques for all patient age groups.
- Preserve sample integrity by delivering samples to the laboratory within the required amount of time.
- Process specimens and follow critical sample handling instructions regarding centrifugation, aliquoting, transport, and storage requirements for every test performed in the laboratory or sent out to a reference laboratory.
- Follow HAZMAT regulations when packing samples for transport to the Core Lab or other laboratories.
- Perform crucial pre-analytic and analytic steps of test procedures as required, under supervision of licensed laboratory personnel.
- Demonstrate knowledge of standard office equipment, computers and computer software skills including laboratory and hospital electronic medical records.
- Adherence to safety protocol.
- Good critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient with medical terminology and of computer systems.
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician I.
- Valid certificate issued by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH).
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Professional (BLS) certificate.
- Recent experience with pediatric and geriatric patients.
- Experience with Epic software.
- Recent experience with neonatal and pediatric blood draws.
- 2 years of recent experience in a hospital setting.