Phlebotomist - Eastern Region (Full-Time, Days)
About The Position
The Phlebotomist obtains blood by venous or capillary puncture in sufficient quantity for accurate laboratory analysis as requested by a physician. The role serves as a laboratory liaison in direct contact with patients, nursing personnel, and house staff. The Phlebotomist must demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide age-appropriate care to patients on the assigned unit. This full-time position is based at Rochester Regional Patient Service Centers in the Eastern Region. It is 40 hours per week, with variable eight-hour day shifts scheduled between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. An every-third-Saturday rotation is required, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Flexibility and transportation to multiple Patient Service Centers or other affiliated centers are required.
Requirements
- Flexibility and transportation to multiple Patient Service Centers or other affiliated centers.
- Ability to meet the physical and functional demands described for a moderate clinical role, including continual movement and patient-facing work.
Nice To Haves
- PBT (ASCP) certification
Responsibilities
- Collect blood specimens via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders, regulations, policies, and procedures, ensuring specimens are complete and accurate for testing.
- Provide patients with necessary information and help ensure their comfort and safety.
- Identify patients, explain procedures, and perform assigned phlebotomy duties.
- Follow established safety guidelines, including use of appropriate equipment and practices.
- Obtain, label, and transport required specimens to the specified area.
- Prepare specimens for processing and complete paperwork associated with ordered tests.
- Manage incoming calls and provide necessary information.
- Greet patients and/or their representatives and provide direction as needed.
- Schedule or pre-schedule patient appointments, if applicable.
- Interview patients and/or their representatives to obtain necessary information and complete registration according to policy.
- Verify insurance eligibility and coverage and obtain necessary authorizations when applicable.
- Ensure the accuracy of collected data and meet regulatory requirements outlined by department policy.
- Communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and hospital personnel.
- Maintain flexibility and transportation to multiple Patient Service Centers or other affiliated centers.
- Consistently demonstrate the RGHS Standards of Behavior: Service, Teamwork, Attitude, Respect, and Standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
