What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist - PRN position at ST JAMES PARISH HOSPITAL (INC)?
Responsible for reviewing lab orders and entering lab orders into the LIS accurately; performs collection of blood and urine samples from patients.
Job Duties:
- Orders lab test accurately in the LIS computer system
- Receives lab samples in the LIS computer system for processing
- Distributes lab samples to the appropriate lab area
- Collect drug screens using correct form and generate correct charge
- Label and handle lab specimens properly
- Performs venipuncture to obtain blood sample using appropriate type of equipment to adjust to patient age. Use two identifiers to identify patient when collecting samples.
- Performs off-site venipuncture collections
- Keeps phlebotomy area well stocked with supplies. Monitor inventory and submits requests for supply orders to be processed by Materials Management
- Always answers phone using proper phone courtesy
- Maintains an organized and clean working area with well stocked supply
- Research and resolve problems with lab samples and test reports by looking up patients in the LIS computer system and fax to proper personnel
- Supports departmental goals and objectives
- Other related duties as assigned
