Hospital Phlebotomy Tech I - Banner Boswell (Day Shift / Per Diem)

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

10d•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

This position may be based in 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 information into the company computer system, prepares samples for analytical testing, and distributes specimens to the appropriate analytical area. It includes pre- and post-analytical responsibilities and may include specified analytical testing as assigned. The employee follows the Code of Conduct and established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards. The position includes specimen collection and/or laboratory specimen processing, referral laboratory processing, accurate patient and specimen identification, order and demographic entry, specimen verification, aliquoting, labeling, delivery, and preparation for transport. It also emphasizes quality, complete documentation, productivity, customer service, appropriate use of supplies, teamwork, patient rights, and HIPAA privacy. Employees must be able to work in assigned areas, departments, and shifts.

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 it.
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 availability to work at multiple locations and cover mobile phlebotomy or in-office phlebotomy locations, potentially with minimal notice.
Must be available according to staffing requirements, including weekends, holidays, and overtime; occasional on-call duties on weekends, evenings, and early mornings may be required.
Must complete applicable career ladder requirements to progress through career ladder levels II–IV.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Collect specimens and/or perform general laboratory specimen processing or referral laboratory processing, using appropriate techniques and ensuring correct patient and specimen identification and specimen integrity.
At IOP locations, manage client relationships within compliance requirements and support client needs and business objectives.
Enter and verify patient demographics, location, physician data, tests requested, collection time and date, clinical information, and other required data for processing and billing.
Verify the accuracy of entered information and the appropriateness of specimens received.
Aliquot and label specimens according to departmental procedures; deliver specimens to the technical area promptly and/or perform initial processing and prepare samples 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 maintain familiarity with departmental procedures.
Record communications appropriately and initiate computer-generated reports for patient reporting and quality assurance as required.
Meet departmental productivity and quality standards, maintain acceptable specimen rejection rates, and participate in committees or Six Sigma teams.
Use supplies and materials appropriately, avoid excessive waste, and participate in cost-reduction and service-improvement initiatives.
Communicate courteously and professionally with internal and external customers, work as part of a team, resolve basic service issues, and stay current with communications and meetings.
Observe patient rights and protect privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
Work in assigned areas, departments, and shifts as required; float positions may require travel, flexible hours, and coverage at multiple locations.