Hospital Phlebotomy Tech I - Banner Del Webb (Night Shift)

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

5d•$19 - $23

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 require 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 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 role supports specimen collection and laboratory specimen processing, ensuring accurate patient and specimen identification and specimen integrity. It also involves entering and verifying patient and order information, checking specimen appropriateness, aliquoting and labeling specimens, and delivering or preparing samples for transport. The employee maintains quality and accurate documentation, supports departmental productivity and quality goals, uses supplies responsibly, communicates professionally, and respects patient rights and privacy under HIPAA. Employees may be assigned to work in all areas, departments, or shifts as needed.

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 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 or in-office phlebotomy locations with minimal notice.
Must be flexible and available based on staffing requirements; weekend, holiday, and overtime availability may be required.
May be required to work occasional on-call duties on weekends, evenings, and early mornings.
Progression through career ladder II-IV is subject to completion of career ladder requirements.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Collect specimens and perform general laboratory specimen processing or referral laboratory processing, using appropriate techniques and ensuring correct patient and specimen identification and specimen integrity.
In IOP locations, manage client relationships in compliance with regulations while meeting client needs and business objectives.
Enter and verify patient demographics, location, physician data, requested tests, collection time and date, clinical information, and other relevant order and billing data.
Verify the accuracy of entered information and the appropriateness of specimens received.
Aliquot and label specimens according to departmental procedures; deliver specimens to technical areas promptly or perform initial processing and prepare samples for transport.
May assist with workflow monitoring and training new employees.
Assure work is accurate and complete; complete documentation legibly and accurately and follow established methods, practices, and procedures.
Use appropriate documentation to record communications 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 as applicable.
Use supplies and materials appropriately, avoid excessive waste, and participate in initiatives to reduce costs and improve service.
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, and shifts as assigned; float positions may require travel and coverage at multiple or mobile locations.
Float positions may require weekend, holiday, overtime, evening, early-morning, and occasional on-call coverage based on staffing needs.