Phlebotomist Per Diem Variable

Stanford Health Care•Pleasanton, CA

10d•$29 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist is responsible for routine tasks in the laboratory including, phlebotomy, specimen preparation, EKG and clerical duties. Facilitates and documents the flow of patient specimens in and out of the laboratory; completes patient clerical information; enter specimen collection information, and other forms of communication in the computer. Locations Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required
Graduate of a certified program of American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT) or comparable experience or 100 hours of on the job training within SHCTV - Tri-Valley. Required
Microbiology and Specimen Processing Preferred
Minimum one-year inpatient phlebotomy experience Preferred
Organized with a strong attention to detail.
Works well with team members but can also be autonomous.
Strong communication skills with the ability to read and write in English.
Basic computer and clerical skills.
Ability to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Knowledge of aseptic technique and other lab techniques.
Demonstrates the ability to centrifuge specimens.
Demonstrates the ability to aliquot specimens; including using designated label.
Demonstrates ability to correctly register outpatients and various types of preop patients, being mindful of different patient locations and statuses.
Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
Knowledge of instruments, methods and materials used in laboratory.
Knowledge of safety, quality and joint commission standards in relation to laboratory testing.
CPT required
Current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers required

Nice To Haves

Microbiology and Specimen Processing
Minimum one-year inpatient phlebotomy experience

Responsibilities

Follows established safety and department protocols when handling blood or body fluid specimens.
Correctly interprets physician’s test orders and requisitions correct tests in the computer system. Seeks help if unable to interpret.
Competently performs venipunctures, finger sticks and pediatric heel sticks to collect blood samples.
Collects appropriate specimens based on blood test ordered.
Completes positive patient identification using at least two unique identifiers before collecting sample.
Correctly labels samples in the presence of the patient and completes final check to ensure labels match.
Accurately documents collection information in the electronic record.
Responds to codes as designated per hospital protocol, including Code Blue, STEMI, STROKE, CODE 3, Massive Transfusion Protocol.
Receives specimens for testing, ensuring they are collected in appropriate container, and properly labeled.
Processes orders promptly; ensures STAT orders are immediately brought to the attention of the testing staff.
Processes specimens for send outs to referral laboratories and other Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley (SCHTV) facilities.
Assists in microbiology culture setup, plating media and other types of specimens processing s in Microbiology.
Performs EKG testing; lead placement (inclusive of adult, pediatric, rhythm strips, and special lead per physician).
Checks biohazard containers daily and replaces when full; closes properly when full, puts in area for biohazard pickup.
Maintains a clean, appropriately stocked work station. Notifies manager when inventory is low.
Answers Lab phones and responds to inquiries regarding status of testing or routing as appropriate.
Attends department and staff meetings and serves on special hospital committees as assigned.
Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C-I-CARE Standards of the Hospital.