Mobile Phlebotomist

The University of Kansas Health System•Overland Park, KS

14d

About The Position

The Mobile Phlebotomist travels between locations during the shift to collect blood from Executive Health Program clients and other patients, including at Health System locations and patients’ homes or workplaces. The role requires arriving at predetermined locations at scheduled times. Most collections occur early in the morning for fasting laboratory tests, although collections may take place at other times during the day. The phlebotomist performs standardized and specialized procedures for patients of all ages safely, accurately, and professionally, using a personal vehicle displaying a University of Kansas Health System magnetic sign while working. When not performing mobile duties, the phlebotomist works in an ambulatory area collecting, receiving, and processing samples and assisting with other pre-analytical tasks. The role follows regulatory, accreditation, safety, and hospital standards, policies, and procedures, and participates in quality assurance and improvement activities. The position also involves patient-facing concierge service, sample processing and preparation for transport, and support for training and mentoring colleagues.

Requirements

High school graduate.
At least 1 year of specimen collection and processing experience.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Ability to maintain alertness while driving long distances.
Fluent English: able to read, write, speak, and understand English and communicate effectively.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology related to blood collection.
Knowledge of safety practices.
Strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated skill with laboratory information systems.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of phlebotomy experience at TUKHS.
Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) certification from the ASCP Board of Certification or AMT.
Intermediate Spanish speaking and comprehension skills.

Responsibilities

Present a professional appearance, follow the Mobile Phlebotomy dress code, and provide exemplary customer service to Executive clients and other patients.
Travel to scheduled locations and collect blood samples from patients, including at Health System locations and patients’ homes or workplaces.
Recognize when patients need medical assistance, provide emergency first aid as necessary, and call for support.
Ensure mobile phlebotomy totes contain necessary supplies that are within date.
Keep the personal vehicle clean and maintained, display the Health System magnet tag during working hours, and remove and store it appropriately off hours.
Provide clear and accurate patient instructions for sample collection.
Process samples, including using a portable centrifuge, and prepare specimens for transport while maintaining specimen quality.
Collect, receive, and process samples and assist with pre-analytical tasks in an ambulatory area when not traveling.
Teach phlebotomy to CLS students, nursing staff, and new employees, and provide mentoring and training support to employees as needed.
Ensure positive patient identification, specimen integrity, and accurate sample labeling.
Follow hospital patient-isolation precautions and dispose of blood-drawing equipment according to health and safety regulations; leave no waste at a patient’s home or workplace.
May perform outpatient check-in, enter laboratory test orders in the LIS, or release appropriate tests in the HIS.
Provide efficient, respectful, prompt, and professional service; prioritize work, analyze complex orders, make sound decisions, and problem-solve as needed, including by telephone.
Perform other pre-analytical and support tasks as assigned, such as quality assurance, result faxing, supply ordering, receipt of surgical samples and other materials, 24-hour urine management, and checking labeling and patient identification before processing samples for transport.
Perform the professional, clinical, or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department and other duties as assigned.