What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist position at WASHINGTON COUNTY HOSPITAL AND CLINICS?
Job Details
Job Location: Washington Co Hospital - Washington, IA
Position Type: Internship
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Health Care
Description
SUMMARY
This position is responsible for collecting accurate blood specimens from inpatients and outpatients in a timely manner.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)
- Collect blood specimens from in-patients and outpatients, remote locations, via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders and applicable regulations, policies and procedures to ensure complete and accurate specimens for testing.
- Explain collection procedures and provides general testing information as needed to facilitate patient understanding and reduce patient anxiety.
- Respond to calls from Emergency Room, Nursing units, and Same Day Surgery for specimen collection as needed; procures Medical-surgical patient collections per schedule.
- Identify all patients according to laboratory policies. Label collection tubes and specimens with computer generated labels.
- Maintains inventory of department supplies as needed to ensure uninterrupted specimen collection.
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma/GED required
- Valid Drivers license
- Phlebotomy certification or prior Phlebotomist experience preferred.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with prevalent professional demeanor
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation
- Ability to work independently
- Well-developed interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in fast paced, rapidly changing, and regulated environment
- Analytical skills to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
- Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new approaches
- Maintain professional technical knowledge
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