SEH-PHLEBOTOMIST

Sparrow•Charlotte, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Collects specimens from patients and processes specimens for testing, storage, or to be sent to outside labs in accordance with established procedures. This role involves explaining procedures to patients, maintaining records, performing follow-up on specimen issues, assisting with maintaining work areas and supplies, and performing clerical tasks such as patient registration and answering phones. The Phlebotomist also trains new staff and students, assists patients with wardrobe for collections, attends staff meetings, and upholds the organization's mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited Phlebotomy program, including externship.
In lieu of education, 1 year of Phlebotomist experience.
Knowledge of various collection techniques including venous and skin puncture.
Written and computer skills necessary to maintain patient records.
Interpersonal skills necessary to provide courteous and accurate information to medical staff, patients, families and others.
Organizational skills to prioritize work flow.
Mental ability to adapt and respond to multiple priorities and demands, meet ongoing deadlines, and work on tasks requiring accuracy and attention to detail.
Physical ability to stand for prolonged periods of time and properly utilize required laboratory equipment/tools.
Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.

Responsibilities

Collects specimens from patients and processes specimens (blood, urine, stool, tissues, etc) for testing, storage, or to be sent to outside labs in accordance with established procedures.
Explains specimen collection procedures to patients and their families.
Maintains required records and documentation.
Performs follow-up on redraws, missing specimens, and incorrect tests.
Assists in maintaining work areas; cleans equipment/instruments, restocks supplies, and orders supplies as necessary including specimen collection supplies for other departments.
Performs miscellaneous clerical tasks in support of the department including, but not limited to, patient registration, answering phones, maintaining files, and faxing/mailing lab reports to physician offices as directed.
Trains newly hired laboratory staff, staff from other departments, and students as required in specimen collection and processing.
Assists patients with wardrobe for blood draws and urine collection as needed.
Attends staff meetings and in-service programs.
Supports and serves as a role model for our mission, vision, values, and customer service initiatives. Adheres to the organization’s policies & procedures, and compliance guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.