Phlebotomist, Evening Shift

LCMC Health•New Orleans, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist is responsible for performing various venipuncture techniques to collect blood specimens from patients of all age groups. Individuals performing in this job role are responsible for transcribing laboratory orders from outside providers, and for receiving, processing, transporting, and distributing all laboratory specimens. At LCMC Health, we value the unique contributions of each individual and foster a culture that supports and celebrates the extraordinary. We are committed to providing the best possible care and improving lives through countless "little extras" that add up to extraordinary results.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Knowledge of standard phlebotomy techniques and appropriate blood processing and handling procedures.
Record keeping skills.
Understand and follow specific clinical protocols, ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (CPR, BLS) - American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

Completion of certification program preferred

Responsibilities

Performs venipuncture and skin puncture on all patient age groups in accordance with department SOP
Performs appropriate patient identification according to SOP, utilizing at least two patient identifiers when collecting and labeling specimens at the bedside in the presence of the patient
Labels aliquots using at least two patient identifiers
Transcribes orders from outside providers as necessary
Responds to applicable code teams as needed
Adherence to universal and special precautions outlined by laboratory and organizational policies
Adheres to SOP in using handheld devices for specimen collection
Monitors collection list and documents status of outstanding collections
Monitors expected list for pending lab test
Answers phone calls, demonstrating appropriate customer service skills
Must work weekends and holidays as assigned
Ensures specimen collection supplies are available and within expiration dates
Notifies laboratory leadership when supplies are falling below thresholds or expiration dates are upcoming
Stocks phlebotomy supplies when deliveries are received
Stocks phlebotomy carts with supplies, ensuring adequate inventory available on cart for next shift
Ensures that specimens are updated to received status and collection date/time, collector, and receipt date/time is accurate
Delivers specimens to the appropriate Lab Section.
Communicates complaints or problems to department supervisor

Benefits

LCMC Health is a community.
Our people make health happen.
We are committed to bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond.
We put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way.
Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary.
Children’s Hospital, at the heart of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for expert children’s health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in Louisiana and the Gulf Coast.
Learn more about Children’s Hospital’s 40+ specialties and our national ranking by U.S. News & World Report as a Best Children's Hospital.
Deliver healthcare with heart.
Give people a reason to smile.
Put a little love in your work.
Be honest and real, but with compassion.
Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective.
Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
Love what makes you, you - because we do.
You are welcome here.
LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer.