Phlebotomy Technician I- Mission Cancer & Blood (Des Moines)

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Mission Cancer & Blood, part of UI Health Care is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician I to perform phlebotomy and a variety of tasks related to phlebotomy under direct supervision. Characteristic Duties & Responsibilities: Adhere to strict procedures and practice of safety precautions to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases. Explain phlebotomy related procedures to patients and family members in a professional and courteous manner. Utilize standard procedures to determine positive patient identification. Verify, complete, and resolve orders in the EMR (electronic medical record). Complete lab requisition orders and produce appropriate labels for specimen tubes in the LIS (laboratory information system). Obtain blood specimens from patients as required using established blood-drawing techniques. Centrifuge appropriate tubes to obtain serum/plasma for testing. Perform moderate complexity, point of care, and/or waived testing following standard operating policies and procedures . Assist with collection, labeling, and transportation of other laboratory specimens as necessary. Record results in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations. Perform various quality control procedures to maintain compliance with internal and external regulations. Maintain inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment. Maintain clean equipment and instruments as per established procedures and manufacturer’s instructions. Maintain records and documentation for proficiency testing and to meet CLIA requirements and regulations. Perform all other duties as assigned. Joining University of Iowa Health Care means becoming part of a world-class academic health system that offers a mission you can believe in, resources and support you need to excel, and a community where your impact is felt every day. We’re providing patient care with expertise and compassion, advancing groundbreaking research, and teaching and training tomorrow’s health care professionals. Together, we’re changing medicine and changing lives across Iowa and beyond. Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, generous leave policies, 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to our UI Health Care specialists and care teams. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. Enjoy a rich quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. As part of the Hawkeye community, you’ll find a balance of career fulfillment and quality of life. Join us in working together to make all of Iowa better.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Knowledge of care and use of laboratory equipment
Knowledge of principles of sanitation, health hazards, and the necessary precautionary measures
Knowledge of standard cleaning techniques and equipment and supplies required
Ability to collect patient data and maintain accurate records
Knowledge of keyboarding and computer data entry skills

Responsibilities

Adhere to strict procedures and practice of safety precautions to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases.
Explain phlebotomy related procedures to patients and family members in a professional and courteous manner.
Utilize standard procedures to determine positive patient identification.
Verify, complete, and resolve orders in the EMR (electronic medical record).
Complete lab requisition orders and produce appropriate labels for specimen tubes in the LIS (laboratory information system).
Obtain blood specimens from patients as required using established blood-drawing techniques.
Centrifuge appropriate tubes to obtain serum/plasma for testing.
Perform moderate complexity, point of care, and/or waived testing following standard operating policies and procedures .
Assist with collection, labeling, and transportation of other laboratory specimens as necessary.
Record results in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.
Perform various quality control procedures to maintain compliance with internal and external regulations.
Maintain inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment.
Maintain clean equipment and instruments as per established procedures and manufacturer’s instructions.
Maintain records and documentation for proficiency testing and to meet CLIA requirements and regulations.
Perform all other duties as assigned.