Phlebotomist/ Lab Clerk

United Medical Centers•Eagle Pass, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Laboratory/Radiology Director Tri-County and Laboratory Supervisor, draws blood and collects different specimens from patients as per approved protocols. Responsible for receiving specimens and obtaining body materials. Performs receptionist and clerical functions, to include compiling, distributing, and verifying laboratory and radiology reports. Responsible for compiling statistical data for the preparation of various reports and survey. Prepares X-ray folders and maintains the required patient records as per established protocols. Assembles reports into standard order and files reports according to established procedures. Assists other workers with the coding of records as per established procedures. Responsible for demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including demonstrating knowledge of the principals of growth and development of the life span. Must be able to identify and categorize each patient’s age specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, or geriatric patients. Assists the receptionist when necessary. Responsible for compliance with other requirements affecting United Medical Centers, such as State/Federal regulations, TJC, DSHS, HRSA Standards and Compliance standards.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
At least one year of experience in phlebotomy required.
Must have current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Graduate from an approved program in phlebotomy preferred.
Certification preferred.
Secretarial experience preferred.
Clerical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Draws blood and collects different specimens from patients as per approved protocols.
Receives specimens and obtains body materials.
Performs receptionist and clerical functions, including compiling, distributing, and verifying laboratory and radiology reports.
Compiles statistical data for the preparation of various reports and surveys.
Prepares X-ray folders and maintains required patient records as per established protocols.
Assembles reports into standard order and files reports according to established procedures.
Assists other workers with the coding of records as per established procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including knowledge of the principals of growth and development of the life span.
Identifies and categorizes each patient’s age specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, or geriatric patients.
Assists the receptionist when necessary.
Ensures compliance with other requirements affecting United Medical Centers, such as State/Federal regulations, TJC, DSHS, HRSA Standards and Compliance standards.