Phlebotomist

Park View Post Acute•Santa Rosa, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of your job position is to provide quality Phlebotomy care including PRN's, clinics, call backs/stats. Our phlebotomists play a critical role in helping physicians provide accurate diagnosis and medical treatment in our facility.

Requirements

Minimum High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum Six months experience in patient care and/or phlebotomy
Minimum Basic Life Support/CPR certification or ability to obtain Basic Life Support/CPR Certification within 3 months of hire
Effective written and oral communication skills
Tolerance to an acute care setting
Ability to work independently
Knowledge of medical terminology related to blood collection
Knowledge of safety practices
Strong attention to detail
Demonstrated skill with laboratory information systems
Clean driving record
Must provide evidence of being free of tuberculosis infection upon hire and as set forth by the policies of the facility.
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to make independent decision when circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
Must be able to cope with the mental emotional and stress of the position.
Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively.
Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which may include a medical and physical examination.
Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility.
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Requires infrequent lifting of more weight up to 50 pounds.
Occasional pushing and pulling of carts.
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Completion of accredited Phlebotomy Training program and clinical rotation.
One year of full-time (or part-time equivalent) in phlebotomy
Phlebotomist (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or equivalent

Responsibilities

Select appropriate site for venipuncture (arm, hand, leg, ankle or foot), assemble equipment and collect specimen(s) using correct order of draw and according to policy and procedure.
Use proper cleansing and aseptic technique to collect blood cultures.
Collect capillary specimens via skin puncture of finger, big toe or heel into capillary tube or Microtainer.
Always verify orders and minimum blood volumes prior to collection from patient.
Collect specimen(s) requiring special techniques including research kits, syringe collection, tolerance tests and urea breath test.
Perform emergency first aid as necessary.
Recognize the need for patient medical assistance and call for the correct Response Team to properly assess and care for the patient.
Chart all communications with the resident’s attending physician regarding the resident, the resident’s treatment, or the response to that treatment.
Perform routine charting duties as required and in accordance with established charting and documentation policies and procedures and applicable state and federal regulations.
Assist the Quality Assessment and Assurance Committee in developing and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies.
Performs other duties as may be assigned.