What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist position at BryanHealth?
Summary
Serves patients by preparing specimens for laboratory testing and screening.
- Ability to obtain blood specimens by performing venipuncture and finger sticks.
- Responsible for verifying test requisitions by comparing information with physician orders.
- Alters or adjusts methods and procedures for the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient.
- Performs quality control procedures and instrument checks.
- Demonstrates knowledge of correct anticoagulant to use for patient specimen collection.
- Notifies patient care unit and/or physician and lab if unable to obtain specimen in timely manner.
- Meets current documentation standards and policies.
- Interacts professionally with the Director of Clinical Laboratory, Pathologist and clinical laboratory personnel.
- Consults with other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.
- Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
- Follows standard precautions at all times.
- Maintains specimen quality by following department set standards and practices.
- Demonstrates knowledge of new testing methods, products, instrumentation; remains informed on all current technologies.
- Maintains current knowledge of hospital policy, HFAP, state and other regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
- Demonstrates the value of team concept on a consistent basis.
- Assists in training of new employees, using standardize orientation materials.
Regulatory Requirements:
- BLS required within 6 months of hire.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Prior phlebotomy or medical experience preferred.
