Phlebotomist - PRN - Kendall Regional Medical Center
Description:
The Laboratory Assistant provides clerical and phlebotomy services for the Laboratory in a timely, efficient and courteous manner. The Laboratory Assistant's responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Answers department telephone transfers calls, records messages.
Organize requisitions received for specimen collections.
Records receipt of specimens into computer and processes them for testing.
Prints and distribute reports. Places reports on patient charts.
Performs Phlebotomy.
Collect urine for drug screens and accurately process required paperwork.
Performs special coagulation procedures.
Performs miscellaneous tasks that promote smooth operations including such as stocking supplies
Provides age and culturally appropriate care.
Receives laboratory specimens into the laboratory information system
Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Performs registration and order entry procedures, as requested, with accuracy, and in a timely manner
Labels specimens and aliquots according to established protocols and according to testing ordered
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of specimen collection and testing requirements as well as specimen rejection criteria
Centrifuges and aliquots specimens appropriately, based on specimen type and tests ordered.
Prepares specimens to be ready for courier pick-up and includes special instructions as requested by physician orders
Discards laboratory specimens according to established schedule
Performs periodic preventive maintenance and quality assurance procedures as assigned
Collects chain-of-custody drug collections according to establish policy (as laboratory may require)
Keeps appropriate records/documentation relating to specimen problems and other problems encountered, takes corrective action as necessary to ensure validity and accuracy of testing
Cleans the area upon emergency spills of specimens
Please Call Diana Gonzalez at ext 243 for more information
Please fax your resume at
Qualifications: Required Job Qualifications include:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous phlebotomy experience preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
Basic computer skills preferred.
Well organized and detail oriented.
Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment.
Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 20 pounds.
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