Phlebotomist - Roosevelt Lab, PRN

Uintah Basin Healthcare current open positions•Roosevelt, UT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs venipunctures and skin punctures competently and expediently. Has thorough knowledge of test requirements, assists in Clinical Laboratory as needed. Responsibilities include blood cultures, blood, urine, throat, and nasopharyngeal samples. Demonstrates competency in drawing blood competently and expediently with as little patient discomfort as possible. Must be competent in vein, finger, and infant heel sticks, including all age ranges from infant to adult. Able to perform therapeutic blood draws. Identifies the patient by comparing patient information on the requisition to the patient’s identification band before venipuncture is performed. Performs computer functions pertaining to patient orders, receiving, collection, and distribution of results and reports. Displays a courteous, professional manner towards patients, co-workers, nursing, and medical staff. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Labels and records all test tubes, logs procedures, and files paperwork. Processes and prepares specimens for testing by centrifuging, separating as needed. Is knowledgeable about which color top tube to use and the volume of blood needed, and knows test requirements. Follows Standard Precautions at all times. Disposes all sharps in a rigid sharps container. Cleans and supplies venipuncture trays. Maintains work areas. Orders supplies when needed. Requires minimal supervision in the performance of job duties. Completes duties in a time-efficient manner, knows how to prioritize STAT orders, ASAP orders, scheduled orders, and outpatients. Seeks guidance and direction as necessary. Demonstrates the value of the team concept on a consistent basis. Assists laboratory technicians and does clerical work when needed. Follows policies and procedures for the Clinical Laboratory and the hospital. Prepares samples for transport and distributes reports. Ensures that appearance and personal conduct are professional at all times. Maintains an excellent attendance record. Wears appropriate clothing for job functions and an ID badge. Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with physicians, administration, and staff. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner in the community. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.

Requirements

BLS Certification
Competent in venipuncture and skin puncture for all age ranges (infant to adult).
Competent in vein, finger, and infant heel sticks.
Able to perform therapeutic blood draws.
Knowledge of test requirements, including correct tube tops and blood volumes.
Knowledge of computer functions for patient orders, specimen collection, and results.
Ability to identify patients accurately.
Follows Standard Precautions.
Disposes of sharps in a rigid sharps container.
Cleans and supplies venipuncture trays.
Maintains work areas.
Orders supplies when needed.
Requires minimal supervision.
Completes duties in a time-efficient manner.
Prioritizes STAT, ASAP, scheduled, and outpatient orders.
Demonstrates team concept.
Follows policies and procedures.
Maintains professional appearance and conduct.
Maintains excellent attendance.
Wears appropriate clothing and ID badge.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Complies with ethical business practices.

Nice To Haves

Assists laboratory technicians.
Does clerical work when needed.
Prepares samples for transport and distributes reports.

Responsibilities

Performs venipunctures and skin punctures competently and expediently.
Has thorough knowledge of test requirements.
Assists in Clinical Laboratory as needed.
Collects blood cultures, blood, urine, throat, and nasopharyngeal samples.
Draws blood competently and expediently with minimal patient discomfort.
Performs vein, finger, and infant heel sticks for all age ranges.
Performs therapeutic blood draws.
Identifies patients by comparing requisition information to identification bands.
Performs computer functions related to patient orders, specimen collection, and results reporting.
Maintains a courteous and professional demeanor.
Ensures patient safety and minimizes medical errors.
Labels and records test tubes, logs procedures, and files paperwork.
Processes and prepares specimens for testing (e.g., centrifuging).
Follows Standard Precautions.
Disposes of sharps properly.
Cleans and supplies venipuncture trays.
Maintains work areas.
Orders supplies as needed.
Prioritizes STAT, ASAP, scheduled, and outpatient orders.
Assists laboratory technicians and performs clerical work.
Follows laboratory and hospital policies and procedures.
Prepares samples for transport and distributes reports.
Maintains professional appearance and conduct.
Maintains an excellent attendance record.
Wears appropriate attire and ID badge.
Maintains good rapport and cooperative working relationships.
Represents the organization professionally.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Complies with ethical business practices.