Phlebotomist-PRN-Cherokee Medical Center

Position Summary

Performs venipuncture and collects other specimens for laboratory testing. Label specimen containers accurately, deliver to proper destination in a timely manner and perform order entry duties as required. Must be able to provide and understand the specific communication, developmental and treatment needs of patients ranging in age from neonate-birth to geriatric. Compliance: understands and complies with the Standards of Behavior and department policies, procedures, and regulations.

Minimum Requirements

Education

· HS Diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of an accredited Phlebotomy Program.

Experience

· The skill to draw an average of 7 patients per hour within the first 90 days of employment.

· Proficient in the use of Laboratory Information System within the first 90 days of employment.

License/Registration/Certifications

· Must be ASCP eligible

· BLS

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

· N/A

Preferred Experience

· N/A

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications

· N/A

Core Job Responsibilities

· Phlebotomist/Computer Operator/Processor is responsible for procurement and distribution of specimens, (blood, urine, etc.), computer data entry and operation of computer equipment. 

· Must be able to provide and understand at the bedside the specific communication and collection needs of patients ranging in age from neonate-birth to geriatric.

· While these standards are intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify add/or remove duties from jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.

· Compliance: understands and complies with the Standards of Behavior and department policies, procedures, and regulations.

· Process and receiving specimens for the technical staff. 

· Prepare send out specimens for reference testing.

· Answer incoming calls for the laboratory.

· Monitor phlebotomy supply inventory and rotate supplies as needed.

· Perform breath alcohol and urine drug screen collections.

· Perform SLED collections.

· Respond to ALL traumas, code strokes and codes sepsis in the ED.

· Respond to ALL medical alerts and emergencies for inpatient floors.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

· Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.

· Must maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information.

· Requires working irregular/flexible hours holidays included.

· Must have dependable transportation (including inclement weather)

· Must be able to withstand the stress and demands of an active position.

· Must be able to withstand constant standing, walking, stooping, and bending.

· Must be able to respond calmly and efficiently in crisis situations.

· Must be able to work as a team member and interact positively with others.

· Must be able to work at optimum speed with accuracy and efficiency.

· Must be able to take directions and respond quickly and efficiently.

· Moderate lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.

· Position includes moderate chemical exposure.

· Maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information.

· Sensitive touch for locating veins, manual dexterity and coordination required for drawing blood.

· Vision requirements: must be able to pass a color vision test.

Hearing: within normal range required in daily work.