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Job Title
Phlebotomy Technician - PRN
Location
Beachwood
Facility
Beachwood Family Health and Surgery Center
Department
Lab FHC Support Services-Diagnostics Institute
Job Code
C99940
Shift
Days
Schedule
6:00am-5:00pm/8:00am-5:00pm
Job Summary
Perform all patient service and required blood and sample
collection/tracking/transport/processing for all patient groups. This position will float to multiple locations.
Job Details
Responsibilities:
- Perform blood collection procedures and related tasks.
- Provide excellent patient service at check in where applicable.
- Verifies order requests and identifying information prior to drawing blood or collecting the specimen/kit to be tested by analytical staff. Label all specimens collected and deliver them to the appropriate processing area.
- Follow venipuncture procedures and maintain appropriate log sheets.
- Greet patients warmly when they present to outpatient lab desks or when entering a patient's room and complete test request entry and specimen receipt using lab computer.
- Perform specimen processing and send out tasks including accessioning, centrifugation, and packaging for transport when necessary for all specimen types.
- Accurately communicate essential information to appropriate personnel.
- Actively listen and promote effective communication flow both within and outside of the department.
- Pick up and deliver blood, other sample types, and lab supplies to appropriate areas.
- Maintain a fantastic customer service rapport and interact in a pleasant, courteous and cordial manner with co-workers and patients at all times.
- Participate in team discussions, provide problem solving ideas and contribute to quality improvement goals.
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED.
Certifications:
- Formal phlebotomy certification preferred.
Complexity of Work:
- Trouble shooting and problem solving skills in a team environment is essential.
- Effectively operate in a flexible work environment.
- Demonstrate the ability to work under minimal supervision.
- Must be able to excel in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.
Work Experience:
- Technical proficiency; standard procedures, techniques and common practices required.
Physical Requirements:
- Requires frequent and long durations of standing and walking.
- Visual acuity including the ability to distinguish colors.
- Manual dexterity sufficient to manipulate blood drawing equipment and make measurements.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Keywords: Phlebotomy, Phlebotomist, venipuncture, blood specimen, blood sample
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