Phlebotomy Technician, PT, Days

Prisma Health•Lexington, KY

About The Position

Collects patient specimens while maintaining patient safety and comfort and following established standards and practices. Accession samples into computer systems for accurate testing and billing, obtain required signed documents, review outstanding workload reports, and perform point-of-care testing and sample processing when assigned. The position may float to multiple client locations and patient service centers.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or a post-high-school diploma / highest degree earned.
Three months of training in phlebotomy. Previous phlebotomy experience or training in a formal program that includes phlebotomy may be considered in lieu of the stated education and experience requirements.
Use correct techniques, policies, and protocols to collect and process specimens.
Complete required competencies within the required timeframe and ensure documentation is maintained in the personnel file.
Complete required training for age-specific patients and participate in the annual continuing education program.
Interpersonal and communication skills.
Knowledge of general phlebotomy equipment.
Proficient computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Data-entry skills.
Ability to proofread documents.

Responsibilities

Verify patient and specimen identification and label specimens with all required information, using alternate identification procedures when necessary.
Enter and assess information accurately and promptly in hospital and laboratory computer systems; review collection lists, unreceived lists, tracking logs, and telephone logs, and take appropriate action.
Instruct patients on test preparation and specimen collection, and distribute collection containers when needed.
Organize and prioritize work and use time efficiently.
Follow safety procedures, respond to safety violations and drills, report and document exposure to hazardous or infectious situations, use PPE and safety equipment, and disinfect equipment as required.
Maintain patient safety during collection and procedures, follow patient precautions, and know how to notify appropriate personnel if a patient has an adverse reaction.
Process specimens by identifying, sorting, aliquoting, centrifuging, and labeling them; store and retain specimens for the designated time and prepare them for transport at appropriate temperatures.
Restock items, maintain a clean and orderly work area, monitor supply and reagent expiration dates, and follow established protocols.
Participate in work-unit action plans and support department goals, customer service, quality, and financial initiatives.
Communicate courteously with patients and guests, receive calls, document requests, coordinate collections, and share relevant information with team members using approved methods.
Register accounts and order tests in multiple laboratory systems; obtain required preauthorization and Advanced Beneficiary Notice consents; perform clerical duties, including scanning patient data and tracking monthly workload performance.
Record laboratory test orders and provide appropriate reports in accordance with compliance regulations; communicate and fax information to physician offices regarding orders or billing.
Dispatch or arrange couriers for specimen pickup.
Float to multiple client locations and patient service centers.
Perform point-of-care testing accurately when assigned, follow established protocols and quality control, and notify the appropriate caregiver of critical values.
Instruct new employees and students in procedures, techniques, and theory as assigned; document proficiency and report training concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned.