Phlebotomist - PRN - University Hospital & 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.
Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of specimen collection and testing requirements as well as specimen rejection criteria
Demonstrates proficiency in venipunctures and/or fingersticks on pediatric, neonatal, adults and geriatric patients
Demonstrates proficiency in heelsticks on infants (as patient population requires)
Utilizes supplies appropriately
Follows established procedures for patient identification and specimen collection based test orders
Completes appropriate specimen collection documentation
Educates patient and/or family regarding specimen collection procedures prior to obtaining specimen
Uses computer information system relative to job functions
Responsible for clerical duties (i.e., faxing, phones, pneumatic tube system, reports)
Demonstrates ability to deal with priorities first and plans for completion of duties
Reviews Outstanding Specimen Report (OSR) and pending specimen collections/accessioning issues; takes action as appropriate
Please Call Diana Gonzalez at ext 243 for more information
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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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