Phlebotomist - DAY SHIFT

• Acts as a liaison between the managers, physicians and the nursing staff to ensure that the that phlebotomy procedures are efficient and effective.
• Adjusts work assignment schedule to accommodate changing priorities and need of the department.
• Assist with stocking supplies immediately after arrival.
• Collects all specimens within established protocol following laboratory and hospital’s standard operating policies.
• Collects blood samples within prescribed time frame. Collects blood in enough quantity and of acceptable quality (correct tube, non-hemolyzed, etc.) for accurate analysis to be performed.
• Communicates regularly with managers regarding problems or concerns.
• Distributes blood samples and properly completed requisitions to appropriate laboratory section. Assures that reports are charted within acceptable time limits.
• Files all documents of reports received including facsimiles appropriately and immediately.
• Follows guidelines related to Health insurance Portability and Accountability Act, designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Heath Information.
• Functions independently in performing required Preventive Maintenance procedures associated with instruments and equipment. Notifies immediate supervisor of identified problems or discrepancies.
• Greets outpatients, orders tests in LIS, and acts as a receptionist at the outpatient services desk in the absence of pertinent personnel.
• Monitors pending logs and outstanding orders appropriately.
• Obtains all specimens (blood, urine, feces, sputum, exudates) using appropriate technique and maintaining integrity of the specimen in relationship to the test to be performed.
• Participates in the assessment, teaching/training of staff and students (e.g. Nurses, Clinical Laboratory Science students, residents, new employees, others).
• Prepares draw areas and phlebotomy tray for specimen procurement by stocking each day with necessary blood collection supplies. Maintains draw areas and tray in a clean and organized condition. Prepares tray before leaving so that blood collection can begin promptly at the start of the shift.
• Prepares Surgical/Cytology specimens and referred testing for transport to appropriate laboratory.
• Promotes culture of safety for patients through proper identification, proper reporting, documentation and prevention of medical errors in a non-punitive environment.
• Receives all types of specimens via pneumatic tube station, collected and delivered by nursing staff. Logs, processes and receives all patient data, orders and paperwork as appropriate.
• Routes phone calls, handles inquiries and reports for physicians and clinical staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Understands and adheres to Loretto Hospital’s compliance standards as they appear in the Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Hospital regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
• Ensures that the staff are trained and evaluated on their knowledge of and adherence to compliance policies and procedures specific to their jobs.

• Utilizes technical and professional skills with a moderate amount of supervision to assess specimen collection methods based upon patient age specific criteria, disease status, and type of testing ordered.
• Selects proper phlebotomy procurement devices appropriate to neonate, infant, toddler, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient types.
• Recognizes specific age responses to procedural pain and anxiety and approaches each individual patient accordingly.
• Performs special procedures based upon age specific criteria according to policy.
• Notifies immediate supervisor of special needs or concerns with regard to age and specimen procurement.
• Establishes contact with the physician, when necessary, to request clarification of test orders or diagnostic information.
• Maintains patient confidentiality in all aspects of assigned duties.

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Full working knowledge of Phlebotomy principles. Basic clerical knowledge preferred.
• Language and communication skills of seeing, listening, reading, writing and speaking are necessary to effectively process and present information
• Accurate mathematical calculations are required.

• Minimum of 12 months Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred
• Basic clerical knowledge preferred.

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