Phlebotomist Sr - Tanglewood Family Medicine - Bracey, VA
About The Position
The Phlebotomist Senior assures proper collection of blood and non-blood samples by venipuncture and capillary puncture as applicable from outpatients and/or inpatients in all age groups as requested by physicians. The Phlebotomist Senior also prepares specimens for analysis by processing orders via HIS/LIS computers, verifying specimen acceptability and performing established pre-analytical procedures in accordance with laboratory policy in an accurate, safe, and timely manner. The Phlebotomist Senior may be responsible for performing Point of Care Testing. Phlebotomist Senior supports the teaching and training of others in phlebotomy functions.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Greater than 3 years of Phlebotomy experience
- Pediatric phlebotomy experience.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a phlebotomy, or medical assistant training program
- Certification as a Phlebotomist from ASCP or other recognized certification agency
- Basic experience in specimen collection techniques (venipuncture, capillary collection, urine collection)
- One year of experience in laboratory clerical and computer entry functions
Responsibilities
- Verifies patient identification in accordance with VCU Health System Policy.
- Independently perform phlebotomy collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups (neonates to geriatrics).
- Collects non-blood specimens such as urines, stools, and sputum for testing.
- Process specimens according to standard operating procedures.
- Perform data entry of test orders into the computer system.
- Provide excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
- Administer oral solutions according to laboratory testing procedures.
- Performs monthly inventory and stock supplies daily as needed.
- Perform CLIA-waived testing based on work locations.
- Will be required to take call after hours and weekends on a scheduled basis based on primary site requirements.
- Able to work independently in high volume locations with little to no supervision while maintaining adequate patient workflow.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
