Phlebotomist

Saint Elizabeth Medical Center•Florence, KY

16d

About The Position

Safely and accurately performs venipunctures, arterial and capillary specimen collections as requested in adults, children and infants. Includes interpretation of physician orders and insuring all requests are accurately and completely processed in the information system. Completes all required compliance processes. Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background. This position has a first shift inpatient focus but may be scheduled for any shift Every other weekend (Sat and Sun) from 5a-130p (Inpatient first shift) Holidays as assigned (minimum of 2 per year) Must be willing to flex to other locations upon request / as the need arises. Training is full-time and can take up to 3 months depending on prior experience.

Requirements

High School graduate or GED OR Currently in the Phlebotomist Student role and meets the following criteria: 18 years of age/older On track to obtain High School Diploma within 12 months of hire into role. Meets or exceeds all competency requirements of the phlebotomy student role as indicated by the site supervisor and system phlebotomy manager
Valid Driver’ License
Computer literate
Experience including customer service.

Responsibilities

Greets patients using the AIDET (PHLEBOT) model, giving instructions and directions as necessary to provide quality patient experiences.
Evaluates physician orders for type of specimens, time of draw and any specific specimen handling requirements.
Uses work lists to organize draws.
Uses hospital and laboratory computer systems to obtain information and clarify requests.
Uses a PDA for patient identification, various printers and phones to communicate with other departmental staff, obtain labels and organize work.
Communicates with physician offices to obtain diagnosis coding information and do problem solving.
Communicates with pharmacy and other patient care staff to assure proper, timely collection of various medication levels and tolerance tests.
Safely collects quality samples according to laboratory policies and procedures (for the accurate and timely completion of testing).
Uses a variety of collection devices/sharps to obtain specimens.
Collects culture specimens as required to meet quality goals.
Handles a variety of body fluids in order to obtain and process specimens for laboratory testing.
Cleans, organizes, rotates and stocks phlebotomy work areas, carts, OP draw sites and inpatient units to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
Must have knowledge of collection and ordering requirements for reference labs as well as other specialty testing labs.
Demonstrates knowledge of Laboratory Compliance policies and procedures as well as internal mandatory computer based learning modules.
Required to collect specimens at other healthcare facilities as needed.
Required to cover at other laboratory sites across the system as needed.
Attends in-services and continuing education seminars to enhance personal and professional growth
Enhances professional growth and development of self, department staff, other hospital personnel, community and students by participation in continuing education, and in-service training and the School of Medical Technology.
Implements ICARE principles using communication skills and human relations to promote quality patient care and productive working environment.
Performs other duties as assigned.