Phlebotomist - Part-time

Cleveland Area Hospital•Cleveland, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Phlebotomist performs collection of biological specimens, processes medical laboratory tests, and documents results for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases. The role requires adherence to all laboratory policies and procedures, CLIA requirements and regulations, and assisting clinical team members as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher preferred
Phlebotomy certification preferred
Phlebotomy experience preferred

Responsibilities

Adhere to all policies of the organization, including (but not limited to) job description, certification/licensure requirements, mission statement, HIPAA, confidentiality standard and patient’s rights.
Stay up to date with organization communication and directive.
Arrange daily activities based on urgency of request for specimen collection or procedures.
Keeps work areas neat, clean, and stocked with necessary supplies.
Assessing patient needs, reviewing patient history, and determining reason(s) for drawing blood
Determine proper specimen collection requirements for tests that are ordered.
Positively identify patients using personal information such as ID, documents, or other means
Assists in patient transport if needed.
Reassure patients and help them relax.
Selecting gauge needles and preparing veins, fingers, and heels for blood drawing as specified by specimen requirements and patient’s needs.
Consistently draws blood properly using established laboratory procedures using sterilized needles, vials, and other equipment.
Ensuring the patient’s sample meets the specimen requirements for all tests collected, sufficient volume for testing, correct collection containers and/or tubes, and insuring proper dilution factor for anticoagulated specimens.
Maintains awareness of timed specimen collection requirements and the importance of obtaining these specimens at specified intervals.
Label samples correctly and process them for testing.
Correctly process all lab requisition, forms and specimens for routine and reference tests.
Answer patient questions and provide useful information.
Perform CLIA-waived laboratory tests following the laboratory’s policies and procedures and manufacturer’s recommendations.
Keeping and maintaining accurate records related to job activities including patient information, specimen collection, and CLIA waived testing procedures, including patient testing, quality control testing, and maintenance.
Completes duties neatly, accurately, professionally, and in a timely manner.
Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards while working.
Other Duties as assigned.