Phlebotomist Part Time Rotating

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley • Pleasanton, CA

12d • $29 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist is responsible for routine tasks in the laboratory including, phlebotomy, specimen preparation, 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. Essential Functions The essential functions listed below are general examples and not a description of comprehensive duties. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing nature or scope of this position or level of responsibility. May be asked to perform other duties as assigned. 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 Healthcare Valley Care (SCH-VC) 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. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford Healthcare – ValleyCare’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of a certified program of American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT) or comparable experience or 100 hours of on the job training within SHC - Valley Care
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipuncture and capillary puncture to obtain specimens for Laboratory analysis.
• Identifies, labels and transports specimens to designated areas.
• Enters patient data and test information into the computer.
• Processes specimens for send outs to referral laboratories and other SHC-ValleyCare facilities; handles incoming reports.
• Assists in setting up cultures and other Microbiology support tasks.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED