PHLEBOTOMIST - CASUAL

Independence Health System • Greensburg, PA

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About The Position

Essential Job Functions Demonstrates competency in Laboratory Information System (LIS) functions by accurately placing orders, monitor various reports to track specimen and/or results, responding to system errors, and correctly look up test codes, collection info, and physician demographics. Follow standard precautions when performing venous or capillary phlebotomy. Assure the correct identification of patient and specimen by using two identifiers. Follow specific written department protocols for blood collection and post-venipuncture care. Respond to pages within an acceptable time frame and based on appropriate prioritization. Demonstrate minimal redraws and performs in compliance with redraw policy. Maintain acceptable blood culture contamination rate of 85dB) X Mechanical Hazards X Use of Vibrating Tools X Operates Vehicle (company) X X Operates Heavy Equipment X Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices X Rotates All Shifts X X 8 Hours Shifts X X 10-12 Hours Shifts X X On-Call X Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk) X X Travel Between Sites X X Direct Patient Care X X Respirator Protective Equipment X X Eye Protection X X Head Protection (hard hat) X Hearing Protection X Hand Protection X X Feet, Toe Protection X Body Protection X X Latex Exposure X X Solvent Exposure X Paint (direct use) Exposure X Dust (sanding) Exposure X Ethylene Oxide Exposure X Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure X Blood/Body Fluid Exposure X X Chemicals (direct use) Exposure X Mist Exposure X Wax Stripper (direct use) X Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure X Ionizing Radiation Exposure X Laser Exposure X Physical Demands When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential - Absolute Necessity. Marginal - Minimal Necessity. Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Bending (Stooping) X X Sitting X X Walking X X Climbing Stairs X X Climbing Ladders X Standing X X Kneeling X Squatting (Crouching) X X Twisting/Turning X X Keyboard/Computer Operation X X Gross Grasp X X Fine Finger Manipulation X X Hand/Arm Coordination X X Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) X 10# Carry X 5# Transfer/Push/Pull Patients X Seeing Near w/Acuity X X Feeling (Sensation) X X Color Vision X X Hearing Clearly X X Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead X Reaching Above Shoulder Level X X Reaching Forward X X Lifting Floor to Knuckle X 10# Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle X Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder X 10# Lifting Shoulder to Overhead X When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in Laboratory Information System (LIS) functions by accurately placing orders, monitor various reports to track specimen and/or results, responding to system errors, and correctly look up test codes, collection info, and physician demographics.
• Follow standard precautions when performing venous or capillary phlebotomy.
• Assure the correct identification of patient and specimen by using two identifiers.
• Follow specific written department protocols for blood collection and post-venipuncture care.
• Respond to pages within an acceptable time frame and based on appropriate prioritization.
• Demonstrate minimal redraws and performs in compliance with redraw policy.
• Maintain acceptable blood culture contamination rate of

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees