What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist - FT - Days position at Southwestern Medical Center?
Description
At ScionHeath, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Area Laboratory Director or Lab Manager, the Phlebotomist assumes responsibility for performing venipunctures and related clinical specimen collection/preparation tasks and laboratory duties that are clerical in nature.
Essential Functions
- Collects blood specimens from patients via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders and applicable regulations, policies and procedures to ensure complete and accurate specimens for testing
- Explains collection procedures and provides general testing information as needed to facilitate patient understanding and reduce patient anxiety
- Labels and records all test tubes, logs procedures, files paperwork
- Cleans and supplies venipuncture trays. Maintains work areas. Orders supplies when needed
- Utilizes laboratory information system to document specimen collection, receipt, create manifests and other functions as needed
- Performs clerical work and assists in laboratory functions as delegated by the Laboratory Manager/Director
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Approximate time required to travel: Occasionally as needed
- Must read, write and speak fluent English
- Must have good and regular attendance
- Is knowledgeable about which color top tube to use and the volume of blood needed - knows test requirements
- Basic computer knowledge required
Qualifications
Education:
- HS Graduate or equivalent
Licenses/Certification:
- Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy certification preferred
- Current BLS required
Experience:
- Six (6) months acute care phlebotomy experience or one (1) year experience as a medical assistant performing venipuncture or one (1) year outpatient lab experience preferred
