PHLEBOTOMIST FT [0311]

A Team Solutions LLC•Pittsburgh, PA

12h•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

A-Team Solutions is seeking three certified phlebotomy technicians for a full-time contract position at the VA hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. Coverage will start upon credentialing for an initial period of 1 year, with the option to extend. The expected schedule is Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM.

Requirements

Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
One year or more of experience
BLS certification in accordance with the American Heart Association

Responsibilities

Proficiently perform phlebotomy following proper procedures for drawing and redrawing blood.
Utilize various methods and techniques to draw blood from patients, including venipuncture and finger sticks, for routine or STAT tests from inpatients, outpatients, and ambulatory inpatients.
Review test request orders prior to collecting specimens to determine if the patient has been properly prepared (e.g., fasting, special diet, medication).
Adhere to safety, infection control, and universal precautions at all times while drawing blood, including wearing gloves and using needle protection devices.
Provide initial aid for patient reactions to administered materials or procedures and call codes for serious reactions or emergencies.
Process all incoming laboratory specimens during the pre-analytical phase, ensuring correct collection, timing, containers, preservatives, anticoagulants, temperatures, and patient preparation.
Properly label and identify all specimens throughout the procurement process to maintain specimen integrity.
Process, order, package, and ship specimens for testing at reference laboratories in accordance with their specifications.
Comply with safety, infection control, and universal precaution guidelines for handling specimens.
Package specimens for transport according to Federal, state, and local standards.
Accurately enter laboratory test orders into the Laboratory Information System and complete reference laboratory test request forms.
Meet deadlines for specimen shipments.
Provide information, guidance, and technical advice to physicians and clinic personnel on specimen collection and submission.
Research the availability of unusual testing.
Transcribe completed laboratory reports from reference laboratories into VistA.
Report critical values by telephone to the ordering provider.
Perform testing duties in the Anticoagulation Clinic as directed.
Manually enter test results into VistA for tests performed at reference laboratories.
Greet patients at outpatient draw stations, check identification, order and accession tests into VistA, instruct patients on proper collection techniques, and provide necessary equipment and containers.
Answer telephones as needed.
Review, process, and file shipping manifests for testing services provided to Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) and route specimens to the appropriate laboratory section.
Perform other duties as assigned.