Phlebotomist FT Day/Evening (1:30pm - 10pm

LCMC Health•Metairie, LA

About The Position

The Phlebotomist is responsible for performing a variety of venipuncture techniques, collects blood specimens from patients in support of laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Accurately orders, collects, transports and processes all specimens for laboratory testing. Retrieves all specimens which are delivered to the laboratory. Other duties include supply stocking, scanning of documents for EMR and clerical duties. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent OR 2 years of applicable work experience.
Phlebotomist Certification will be considered in lieu of minimum qualifications.
Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (CPR, BLS) - American Heart Association
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.

Responsibilities

Performs venipuncture and skin puncture in accordance with department SOP.
Adheres to SOP in the use of handheld devices for specimen collection for patient.
Monitors collection list and document status of outstanding collections where specimens are not collected.
Ensures that STAT specimens are delivered to the Lab within 15 minutes of collection or pick up.
Ensures that specimens are updated to receive status, correct data is reflected in terms of collect date/time and receipt date/time.
Delivers to the appropriate Lab Section immediately upon receipt.
Communicates complaints or problems to department supervisor.
Collects data for quality assurance program as outlined by department SOP or instruction by department supervisor.
Maintains thorough and neat documentation.
Responsible for monitoring and clearing collection pending reports on a continuous basis.