Phlebotomy Services Rep II

Shift hours: Friday & Saturday 6:00pm-6:00am

• Collects, labels, and transports patient specimens for testing in a timely manner including routine and advanced venipuncture.
• Collects patient blood samples by performing venipunctures as ordered and within the prescribed time-frame following strict medical protocol.
• Processes all emergency orders (STATS and Timed Studies) within the required time frame.
• Labels each specimen accurately according to established laboratory procedures prior to processing or transport.
• May perform specimen processing procedures as required.
• Clinic Based: May review test requisitions and order tests appropriately following up on all tests with incomplete information or questionable test orders. Provides patients and outreach clients instruction as necessary regarding non-blood specimen collections. May maintain standing order files and schedule/ arrive lab appointments. Prepares and triages specimens to the proper testing facility. Obtains waivers for Medicare coverage when applicable.
• Hospital Based: Maintain and utilize computerized WOW carts insuring adequately charged and operational. Adheres to patient isolation procedures as required to ensure a safe work environment. Must maintain phone availability for emergent collections. Interacts with clinical staff on unit to maintain computerized records, resolve, and troubleshoots outstanding specimen/collections.
  
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Preferred High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer 2 years relevant phlebotomy experience with Phlebotomy certificate preferred.
• Basic computer skills with ability to type minimum 35 words per minute required for Clinic based positions and preferred for Hospital based; basic medical terminology and customer service skills expected.