Phlebotomy Technician, PRN, Variable Shifts

Prisma Health•Richland, SC

20h

About The Position

Collects specimens from patients and is responsible for patient safety and comfort while following established standards and practices. Accessions samples into computer systems for accurate testing and billing, obtains signed documents as needed, reviews outstanding workload reports, and performs point-of-care testing and sample processing if assigned. The position floats to multiple client locations and patient service centers and may instruct new employees and students as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or post-high-school diploma/highest degree earned.
Three months of training in phlebotomy.
Knowledge of general phlebotomy equipment.
Interpersonal and communication skills.
Previous experience if no formal training.
Basic computer skills.
Knowledge of office equipment, including fax and copier.
Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, databases, data entry, telephone use, and proofreading documents.

Responsibilities

Collect and process specimens using correct techniques, policies, and protocols; verify patient and specimen identification and label specimens with required information.
Use alternate patient identification procedures when a hospital armband is unavailable.
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 preparation for or collection of ordered tests and distribute collection containers when necessary.
Organize and prioritize tasks and use time efficiently.
Follow safety procedures, respond to safety violations and drills, report and document exposures, use personal protective equipment and safety equipment, disinfect equipment, and maintain patient safety during collections and procedures.
Follow patient precautions and the notification process for adverse reactions.
Process specimens for testing, including identifying, sorting, aliquoting, centrifuging, and labeling; maintain proper storage and retention and prepare specimens for transport at appropriate temperatures.
Restock supplies, keep the work area clean and orderly, monitor expiration dates, and follow established protocols.
Participate in work-unit action plans and support departmental goals and customer service, quality, and financial initiatives.
Communicate courteously with patients and guests; receive and document calls and requests, coordinate collections, and communicate pertinent information to team members through approved methods.
Register accounts and order tests in multiple laboratory systems; collect consents for preauthorizations and Advanced Beneficiary Notices when required.
Complete clerical duties, including scanning patient data, tracking monthly workload, recording test orders, providing reports in accordance with compliance regulations, and communicating or faxing order and billing information to physician offices.
Dispatch or arrange couriers for specimen pickup and 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 appropriate caregivers of critical values.
Instruct new employees and students in procedures, techniques, and theory as assigned; document proficiency and report training problems to the appropriate person.
Complete required six-month and annual competencies, age-specific patient training, and annual continuing education, with required documentation.