What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outpatient Phlebotomist - Core Lab (FT- 0.9 FTE, Variable Shift) position at Bozeman Deaconess Hospital?
Position Summary:
The Phlebotomist Outpatient obtains and prepares specimens for analysis and performs various screening tests in an ambulatory setting.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Urine Drug Screen Collection Certification (DOT) and Breath Alcohol Testing Certification (BAT) within 3 months post probationary period
- American Heart Association BLS required within 6 months of hire
Preferred
- Associate Degree in a science related field
- ASCP or equivalent Phlebotomy Certification
- Previous experience as a Phlebotomist, EMT, Medical Assistant, Patient Care Tech
Essential Job Functions:
In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.
- Verifies test requisitions / orders; follows up with ordering provider if there are discrepancies.
- Verifies patient by reading patient identification. Follows proper specimen labeling techniques.
- Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures, heel sticks, and other collection techniques.
- Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures; observing isolation procedures.
- Performs EKGs and transmits results.
- Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
- Resolves unusual test orders by contacting the physician, pathologist, nursing station, or reference laboratory; referring unresolved orders back to the originator for further clarification; notifying supervisor of unresolved orders.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times.
- Ability to work varied shifts in a busy and stressful environment with limited supervision.
- Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality.
- Computer applications, MS Office, EMR, internet applications and standard office equipment.
- Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.
Schedule Requirements
- This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
- The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
- On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.
Physical Requirements
- Lifting (Repeatedly – 50 pounds): Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
- Sit (Occasionally): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
- Stand (Repeatedly): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
- Walk (Repeatedly): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
- Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
- Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly): Twisting, bending, and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
- Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
- Push/Pull (Repeatedly): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
- Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.
- Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.
- Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
- Exposures (Continuously): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases are caused by contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses. Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.
- Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%).
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.
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