Phlebotomist - Clifton Springs Hospital (Full-Time, Days)

Rochester Regional Health•Clifton Springs, NY

2d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

To obtain by venous or capillary puncture sufficient quantity of blood to enable the laboratory to perform accurate analysis as requested by physician. Act as laboratory liaison for direct patient contact, nursing personnel and house staff. The Phlebotomist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Requirements

Ability to collect blood specimens via venipuncture and skin puncture.
Ability to ensure patient comfort and safety.
Ability to identify patients and communicate procedures.
Adherence to established safety guidelines.
Ability to label and transport specimens.
Ability to prepare specimens for processing and complete paperwork.
Ability to manage incoming calls and provide information.
Ability to greet patients and provide direction.
Ability to schedule patient appointments.
Ability to interview patients and complete registration process.
Ability to verify insurance eligibility and obtain authorizations.
Ability to ensure data accuracy and meet regulatory requirements.
Effective communication skills.
Flexibility and transportation to multiple Patient Service Centers or other affiliated centers.
Commitment to RGHS Standards of Behavior.

Nice To Haves

PBT (ASCP) certification

Responsibilities

Collects blood specimens via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders applicable to regulations, policies and procedures to ensure complete and accurate specimens for testing.
Ensures the patient is provided the necessary information and is comfortable and safe.
Identifies patient, communicates the procedures to be done and performs assigned phlebotomy duties.
Adheres to established safety guidelines inclusive of the use of appropriate equipment and practices.
Obtains the required specimens, labels and transports specimens to specified area.
Prepares specimens for processing and completes paperwork associated with the test ordered.
Manages incoming calls while providing necessary information.
Greeting patients and/or their representatives and providing direction as needed.
Scheduling or pre-scheduling patient appointments, if applicable.
Interviewing the patient and/or their representative for necessary information and completing the registration process as defined by policy.
Verification of insurance eligibility/coverage and obtaining necessary authorizations when applicable.
Ensures the accuracy of all data collected while meeting the regulatory requirements as outlined by department policy.
Exhibits effective communications skills when dealing with patients, physicians, hospital personnel.
Flexibility and transportation to multiple Patient Service Centers or other affiliated centers required.
Demonstrates commitment to the RGHS Standards of Behavior consistently-STARS-Service, Teamwork, Attitude, Respect and Standards