What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist position at North Texas Medical Center?
JOB SUMMARY
Performs clinical lab procedures, quality assurance, and instrument maintenance. Obtains blood specimens and collects non-blood specimens such as urine, sputum, and throat swabs for laboratory testing.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Checks the test requisition or computer orders for correctness and completeness prior to collecting samples. Corrects or brings discrepancies to the attention of the lab director.
- Greets each patient in a friendly, professional manner.
- Verifies positive patient identification using at least 2 patient identifiers prior to collecting specimen.
- Performs venipunctures and finger/heel sticks using aseptic technique and in accordance with department procedures.
- Exhibits concern for the patient’s comfort and safety.
- Explains procedures/process before obtaining specimens.
- Ensures that specimen requirements are met at the time of collection and maintains specimen integrity. Adheres to lab policies for rejection of unacceptable specimens.
- Coordinates the collections of therapeutic drug-monitoring assays with nursing personnel to ensure the proper drug dose to collection time.
- Coordinates special lab studies with ambulatory services and pharmacy. Administers oral test solutions.
- Initials, dates and times all collections.
- Offers additional assistance-seeks to ensure patient satisfaction before concluding encounter.
- Registers patients in to the computer system, labels specimens, and collects and receives specimens into the lab computer.
- Answers phone calls – records request for blood collection, answers general questions concerning test orders and collection, takes messages and routes calls.
BASIC SKILLS
- Basic computer knowledge and ability to touch type.
- Ability to discern color.
- Experience with lab information systems or the willingness to learn.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Education in all age groups ranging from newborn to the geriatric population obtained either in school education or subsequent training.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Phlebotomy certification preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Additional languages a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to spend long periods of time on feet.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.
