Phlebotomist

Roosevelt General Hospital•Portales, NM

About The Position

Perform venipuncture and skin punctures competently and expediently. Has thorough knowledge of test requirements, assists in Clinical Laboratory as needed. Responsibilities include bleeding time tests, blood cultures, and blood samples.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or must be obtained within thirty (30) days of hire
Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
Complete annual education requirements.
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
Report to work on time and as scheduled.
Wear identification while on duty.
Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
Communicate the mission, ethics and goals of the organization.
Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
Attend regular staff meetings and in-services.
Knowledge of phlebotomy services
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations
Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude
Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information
Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner

Nice To Haves

Medical assistant or phlebotomy certification preferred
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred

Responsibilities

Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization
Perform blood draws competently and expediently with as little patient discomfort as possible
Record phlebotomy requisitions
Identify the patient by comparing patient information on the requisition to the patient’s identification band before venipuncture is performed
Display courteous, professional manner towards patients, co-workers, nursing and medical staff
Label and record all test tubes, log procedures and file paperwork
Demonstrate knowledge of color top tube to use, volume of blood needed and test requirements
Always follow standard precautions
Dispose all sharp instruments in a rigid sharp container
Clean and supply venipuncture trays
Maintain clean work area
Order supplies as needed
Complete assigned duties efficiently and in a timely manner
Prioritize STAT, scheduled, and outpatient orders
Seek guidance and direction when necessary
Demonstrate the value of team concept on a consistent basis
Assist Laboratory Technician when necessary
Prepares specimens for send out to reference laboratory
Sends out patient test results to authorized persons when requested
Collects nasopharyngeal swabs for Covid, Influenza and RSV testing
Collects throat swabs for Strep A testing
Follow policy and procedures for the Clinical Laboratory and hospital
Performs other duties as assigned.