Phlebotomist PRN
Company: Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
Location: Phenix City
Posted on: May 25, 2023
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Job Description:
Shift: Varies
Position Goal
To insure that quality diagnostic services are provided to the
patient population for health maintenance and/or improvement.
Cooperate and coordinate activities with the laboratory staff,
medical staff, other health care professionals, clinical
affiliations, administration and other disciplines as necessary for
the provision of quality patient care.
Position Responsibilities:
Answer phones and greets customers appropriately, treating them in
a courteous manner.
Ensures all phlebotomy and specimens are collected accurately and
labeled correctly in a timely manner according to established
procedures, ensuring all collected specimens are received and
verified in the LIS system.
Responsible for calling clients to confirm handwritten orders,
verify tests ordered, obtain accurate billing information and
diagnosis codes.
Accurately enters patient and test information into computer.
Generates requisitions by entering tests ordered by provider.
Checks for proper collection criteria before collecting
samples.
Prepares samples for analysis by technologists/technicians. Places
samples in centrifuge when appropriate. Communicates to
technologists/technicians of specimens obtained for STATs and/or
special handling.
Processes reference lab samples: Enters data correctly in reference
lab computer. Follows specimen collection and handling
instructions.
Ensures results printed are accurately distributed to providers
and/or departments.
Notifies supervisor of any discrepancy in specimen collection
process.
Maintains required records, logs and documentation
Reads, understands, and complies with departmental policies,
protocols and procedures: (i.e. Procedure Manuals, Safety manual,
Compliance Manual, etc)
Helps research/test client information and packages specimens
properly for reference lab send-outs.
Keep required certifications current; inform Lab Director and Human
Resources of any changes or updates to certification status.
Performs clerical duties, (i.e. filing, faxing, data entry, patient
record scanning)
Adheres to departmental dress code and lab coat policies, appearing
neat and clean at all times
Communicates all unresolved problems to appropriate supervisor or
technologist on duty.
Keeps work area neat and clean, disposes of biohazard material
properly
Assists with inventory management, restocking supplies as
necessary
Participates on teams and special projects when asked.
Checks pending log periodically and at the end of the shift to
ensure all specimens have been collected, reporting to the
technologist on duty for any specimen problems or delays.
Participates in competency assessments during probationary period
and on an annual basis.
Participate in all applicable safety training sessions to include
but not limited to fire drills, emergency preparedness drills,
disaster drill. Know the locations and contents of safety manuals,
MSDS manuals, Emergency Disaster Kardex.
Other duties as assigned
Experience: 1 year phlebotomy experience within a hospital
preferred. Experience with children and infants, preferred.
Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion
of Phlebotomy Training Program preferred. Medical training and/or
Medical terminology preferred.
Special Qualifications:
Required:
Medical Assistant programs that incorporate Phlebotomy training may
be substituted for Phlebotomy school training.
Must be able to work in an independent manner with little or no
supervision.
BLS required.
Preferred:
ASCP or ASPT certification preferred.
The Hughston Clinic, The Hughston Foundation, The Hughston Surgical
Center, Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics, Hughston Medical, Hughston
Orthopaedics Trauma, Hughston Orthopaedics Southeast and Jack
Hughston Memorial Hospital participate in E-Verify. This company is
an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified
candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry,
citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
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