Certified Phlebotomy Technician, FT, Days

Prisma Health•Greenville, SC

About The Position

Collects patient specimens while maintaining patient safety and comfort and following established standards and practices. Accession samples in computer systems for accurate testing and billing, obtain signed documents as needed, and review outstanding workload reports. Perform Point of Care testing and sample processing when assigned. The position floats to multiple client locations and patient service centers and performs related clerical, customer service, and specimen-handling duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or post-high-school diploma.
Three-month phlebotomy certificate program, or qualifying previous phlebotomy experience or training in a formal program that includes phlebotomy may be considered in lieu of the stated education and experience requirements.
One of the listed phlebotomy certifications: PBT(ASCP), RPT(AMT), CPT(ASPT), CPT(NHA), CPT(ACA), CPT(NCCT), CPT(NPCE), CPT(NPA), CPT(NAPT), or CPT(NHCO).
Ability to use correct techniques, policies, and protocols for collecting and processing specimens.
Ability to complete required competencies within the required timeframe and document them in the personnel file; complete age-specific patient training and participate in annual continuing education.
Knowledge of general phlebotomy equipment.
Interpersonal and communication skills.
Basic computer and data-entry skills.
Ability to proofread documents and effectively convert data.

Responsibilities

Verify patient and specimen identification and label specimens with required information, using alternate identification procedures when needed.
Enter and assess information accurately and promptly in hospital and laboratory computer systems; review collection lists, unreceived lists, tracking logs, and telephone logs and take appropriate action.
Instruct patients on test preparation and collection, and distribute collection containers when necessary.
Prioritize tasks and use time efficiently.
Follow safety procedures, respond to safety violations and drills, report and document exposure to hazardous or infectious situations, use PPE and safety equipment, disinfect equipment, and maintain patient safety during collections and procedures.
Process specimens by identifying, sorting, aliquoting, centrifuging, and labeling them; store and retain specimens for the designated time and prepare them for transport while maintaining appropriate temperatures.
Restock supplies, maintain a clean and orderly work area, monitor expiration dates, and follow established protocols.
Participate in work-unit action plans and support department goals, customer service, quality, and financial initiatives.
Communicate courteously with patients and guests; receive and document incoming calls and requests, coordinate collections, and share pertinent information with team members using approved methods.
Register accounts and order tests in multiple laboratory systems; obtain required consents for preauthorizations and Advanced Beneficiary Notices.
Complete clerical duties, including scanning patient data and tracking monthly workload performance; record lab test orders and provide reports to appropriate personnel in compliance with regulations.
Communicate with and fax information to physician offices regarding orders or billing, and dispatch or arrange couriers for specimen pickup.
Float to multiple client locations and patient service centers.
Perform Point of Care testing accurately when assigned, follow established protocols and quality control, and notify appropriate caregivers of critical values.
Instruct new employees and students in procedures, techniques, and theory when assigned; document proficiency and report training concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned.