Hospital Phlebotomy Tech I - Banner Boswell (Evening Shift)

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona•Sun City, AZ

10d•$19 - $23

About The Position

This position may be located within a hospital facility, Patient Service Center (PSC), In Office Phlebotomy (IOP), or Mobile Diagnostic Services (MDS), and may provide coverage at multiple locations. The role collects and receives biological specimens, enters them into the company computer system, prepares samples for analytical testing, and distributes specimens to the appropriate analytical area. It includes pre- and post-analytical testing responsibilities and may involve specified analytical testing as assigned. The employee follows the Code of Conduct and applicable policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and professional standards. The position supports specimen collection and processing, accurate patient and specimen identification, data entry, quality and documentation standards, appropriate use of supplies, customer service, teamwork, and protection of patient rights and privacy under HIPAA. Employees must be able to work in all areas, departments, and shifts as assigned. Float positions require travel and flexible availability across locations, including weekends, holidays, overtime, and potentially occasional on-call duties.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent may be required depending on state regulatory requirements.
Basic knowledge of department resource materials.
Completion of a phlebotomy program or phlebotomy experience.
Phlebotomy certification as defined by state regulations.
May require DHS Fingerprinting Certification or the ability to obtain fingerprint certification.
Depending on department and location, must have a valid state driver's license in the state of employment and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
Float positions require travel and flexible hours to work at multiple locations and cover mobile phlebotomy or in-office phlebotomy locations with minimal notice; availability may be required for weekends, holidays, overtime, and occasional on-call duties.
Must be able to work all areas, departments, and shifts as assigned.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish and English.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Additional related education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

Collect specimens, perform general laboratory specimen processing or referral laboratory processing, and ensure correct patient and specimen identification and specimen integrity using appropriate techniques for all age criteria.
At IOP locations, manage client relationships within compliance regulations to meet client needs and company business objectives.
Enter and verify patient demographics, location, physician data, requested tests, collection date and time, clinical information, and other pertinent order data; verify the accuracy of entered information and appropriateness of specimens received.
Aliquot and label specimens according to departmental procedures, deliver specimens promptly to the technical area, and/or perform initial processing and preparation for transport.
May assist with workflow monitoring and training new employees.
Ensure work is accurate and complete, complete documentation legibly and accurately, follow established methods and procedures, and document communications appropriately.
Initiate computer-generated reports as required for patient reporting and quality assurance; meet productivity and quality standards and maintain acceptable specimen rejection rates.
Participate in department or system committees and Six Sigma teams, providing input to improve quality.
Use supplies and materials appropriately, avoid excessive waste, and participate in cost-reduction and service-improvement initiatives; maintain basic billing knowledge and support an error-free work environment.
Communicate courteously and professionally with internal and external customers, work collaboratively, resolve basic service issues, and attend meetings and stay current with communications.
Understand and respect patient rights and privacy requirements, including HIPAA.
Work across areas, departments, shifts, and locations as assigned; float positions may require travel and availability for weekends, holidays, overtime, and occasional on-call duties.