Phlebotomist PD

Brown Medicine•Providence, RI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

SUMMARY: Under supervision of the Manager Laboratory Outreach Services or guidance of the Lead Phlebotomist, performs responsibilities associated with obtaining blood and various other patient specimens in accordance with department procedures. Obtains samples ordered by physicians for routine and specialized tests on assigned unit. Takes samples from pediatric and adult patients on outpatient units. Transports specimens and completes basic records. Fosters patient and family centered care and nursing services in accordance with the Brown University Health and The Miriam Hospital’s mission, vision, values, with consideration of the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Schedules venipunctures or capillary blood punctures according to priority and type of test, such as timed studies. Utilizes computer-generated collection labels and references Pathology Handbook as necessary to ensure collection of specimens is in accordance with established procedures, i.e., specimens are collected in proper containers and meet special collection requirements as appropriate. Duties are performed according to hospital policy and observance of universal precautions. Verifies identity of patient following established procedures and proper patient preparation prior to venipuncture such as fasting or special diet. Obtains blood samples from patient according to venipuncture or capillary puncture technique. Alerts nursing staff or supervisor to any deviations from puncture or adverse patient condition. Obtains samples for specialized tests (thyroid Releasing hormone, therapeutic drug monitoring, and D-Xylose tolerance). Verifies volume and timing of dosage. May monitor patient as assigned to observe reactions, including Diaphoresis, sleeping, etc. Performs coagulation tests on outpatients such as bleeding times. Labels, wraps and transports samples according to type and urgency of sample. Maintains records on sample procurement. Performs duties according to hospital policy and universal precautions. Performs various functions associated with the laboratory computer system to assure proper collection and documentation of patient specimens. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: High school diploma or GED required. Phlebotomy certificate through National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences and/or completion of a Phlebotomy certificate program to include formal internship demonstrating 100 successful venipunctures.In lieu of internship, 6 months of phlebotomy experience may be considered. In lieu of phlebotomy certification, 5 plus years direct phlebotomy experience may be considered. Ability to perform venipuncture techniques and capillary puncture on adults, children and infants. Interpersonal skills to obtain and provide information to patients and to explain procedures effectively in order to allay fears and anxiety. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Clerical skills to prepare and maintain records and reports, including keyboard skills to enterccess information. Familiarity with blood collector equipment, anticoagulants, special precautions and interference. Ability to distinguish chromatic colors. A Phlebotomy certificate required. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Works with in-patient care environment with considerable walking between units and where some physical effort may be required to deal with patients who are uncooperative. Some exposure to odors when handling specimens. Exposure to communicable diseases while administering to patients, however chance of injury is minimized by the adherence to established infection control procedures. Manual dexterity to perform venipuntures. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None. Pay Range: - EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906 Work Type: S+S 530am-10am every other weekend, holiday rotation Work Shift: Variable Daily Hours: Per Diem - As required Driving Required: No As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island. Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself. Company Location Belonging and Engagement Nursing Our Mission

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Phlebotomy certificate through National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences and/or completion of a Phlebotomy certificate program to include formal internship demonstrating 100 successful venipunctures.
In lieu of internship, 6 months of phlebotomy experience may be considered.
In lieu of phlebotomy certification, 5 plus years direct phlebotomy experience may be considered.
Ability to perform venipuncture techniques and capillary puncture on adults, children and infants.
Interpersonal skills to obtain and provide information to patients and to explain procedures effectively in order to allay fears and anxiety.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
Clerical skills to prepare and maintain records and reports, including keyboard skills to enterccess information.
Familiarity with blood collector equipment, anticoagulants, special precautions and interference.
Ability to distinguish chromatic colors.
A Phlebotomy certificate required.

Responsibilities

Schedules venipunctures or capillary blood punctures according to priority and type of test, such as timed studies.
Utilizes computer-generated collection labels and references Pathology Handbook as necessary to ensure collection of specimens is in accordance with established procedures, i.e., specimens are collected in proper containers and meet special collection requirements as appropriate.
Duties are performed according to hospital policy and observance of universal precautions.
Verifies identity of patient following established procedures and proper patient preparation prior to venipuncture such as fasting or special diet.
Obtains blood samples from patient according to venipuncture or capillary puncture technique.
Alerts nursing staff or supervisor to any deviations from puncture or adverse patient condition.
Obtains samples for specialized tests (thyroid Releasing hormone, therapeutic drug monitoring, and D-Xylose tolerance).
Verifies volume and timing of dosage.
May monitor patient as assigned to observe reactions, including Diaphoresis, sleeping, etc.
Performs coagulation tests on outpatients such as bleeding times.
Labels, wraps and transports samples according to type and urgency of sample.
Maintains records on sample procurement.
Performs duties according to hospital policy and universal precautions.
Performs various functions associated with the laboratory computer system to assure proper collection and documentation of patient specimens.
All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients.