Phlebotomist

Beloit Health System•Beloit, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Beloit Health System is seeking a Phlebotomist to join their team. This role involves the proper identification of patients, skillful performance of phlebotomy procedures, and the transport and processing of specimens. The Phlebotomist will perform waived procedures unsupervised under the direction of a technologist or laboratory management. Key responsibilities include processing orders from the EMR, determining specimen requirements, and conducting phlebotomy in various settings such as inpatient, outpatient, Emergency Department, nursery, Medical Outpatient, and dialysis. The position also entails performing assigned analytical tests like dip urinalysis and urine pregnancy tests, executing daily preventative maintenance, and managing post-analytical procedures such as reporting results and proper specimen storage. The ideal candidate will maintain accurate documentation, organize and prioritize work effectively, interact positively with patients and staff, and adhere to all safety and confidentiality policies of the Beloit Health System.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent
Ability to work independently
Ability to react calmly and effectively, and to move at a fast pace to meet deadlines for emergency procedures
Ability to interact positively with physicians, nursing staff, and clientele
Knowledge and the ability to maintain safety precautions while using equipment and performing daily laboratory procedures
Possesses the training, knowledge, and skills necessary to perform one or more of the following activities (evaluation, treatment, and/or patient care) for patients in one or more of the following age groups: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric
Maintains current CPR certification (Re-certification required every two (2) years)
Requires critical thinking skills using logic and reasoning
Requires development of working relationships with direct coworkers and other department staff, and maintaining them over time

Nice To Haves

Certification as a phlebotomist

Responsibilities

Proper identification of patients
Skillful performance of phlebotomy procedures
Transport and processing of specimens
Perform waived procedures unsupervised under the direction of a technologist or laboratory management
Perform assigned pre-analytical processes which include, but are not limited to: processing orders from the EMR; determining specimen requirements; and phlebotomy procedures
Access, input and retrieve information from the EMR
Perform phlebotomy in multiple settings: inpatient, outpatient, Emergency Department, nursery, Medical Outpatient, dialysis, etc.
Perform phlebotomy on patients by the appropriate method, using aseptic techniques, STATS drawn within 15 minutes or order, routines within seven minutes between patients
Obtain throat and nasal collections
Properly identify patients prior to phlebotomy with two (2) means of identification
Properly label all specimens with required information at patient's side
Hand label tubes with two identifiers if labels are not available
Initial tube label and include specific collection time
Instruct patients on proper collection procedures
Dispose of contaminated sharps, blood and/or body fluids in accordance with Infection Prevention policies
Perform assigned analytical tests or procedures which include, but are not limited to: waived tests, such as dip urinalysis, urine pregnancy tests and other kit tests
Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and as needed preventative maintenance according to schedule
Perform daily start up and function checks prior to patient specimen testing
Perform assigned post-analytical procedures which include, but are not limited to, reporting test results to authorized personnel, storing completed specimens properly, and performing instrument shutdown
Adhere to laboratory quality control policies and maintain accurate records of them
Recognize out-of-control results and notify supervisory personnel
Maintain adequate supplies in phlebotomy outpatient areas, and on trays
Responsible for ordering of supplies
Perform specimen pick-ups
Train new phlebotomists and other medical personnel in phlebotomy
Answer the phone in a professional and pleasant manner and provide information requested
Able to work extra during staff shortages or until workload is complete
Maintain accurate and complete documentation
Able to organize and prioritize work during both heavy and light workload situations
Demonstrate the ability to navigate and perform functions accurately and efficiently with computer software applicable to the department and the Beloit Health System
Interact in a positive, responsible and cooperative manner with patients, physicians, co-workers and managers
Portray a positive image for the Beloit Health System by dressing appropriately for the position
Wear photo ID badge for proper identification by others
Maintain a safe work environment for self and others
Attend mandatory safety training sessions and adhere to Beloit Health System and OSHA safety requirements
Ensure security of Patient Health Information (PHI)
Maintain confidentiality of all patient and employee information and records, Beloit Health System financial information and business practices
Maintain acceptable levels of initiative and productivity
Abide by Attendance policy for absences and tardiness