Phlebotomist - III (Senior)

" Serves patients by identifying the best method for retrieving blood samples and other specimens, preparing specimens for laboratory testing, and performing screening procedures.
" Verifies test requisitions by checking testing listed in schedule in EMR and bringing discrepancies to the attention of unit personnel.
" Verifies patient identification and explains sampling procedures to patients.
" Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks.
" Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures, and observing isolation procedures.
" Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection and maintaining daily tallies of collections performed.
" Maintains quality results by following department procedures and testing schedule, recording results in EMR, and identifying and reporting needed changes.
" Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
" Resolves unusual test orders by contacting the physician, nurse practitioner, RN or paramedic referring unresolved orders back to the originator for further clarification, and notifying supervisor of unresolved orders immediately.
" Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations.
" Serves and protects Global Employee Health by adhering to professional standards, institutional policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements.
" Reassures patients who are nervous about sampling procedures and applies dressings to wounds created by blood draws.
" Documents all specimen collection in EMR. Retrieves and reviews the test results on a daily basis, scans results to EMR.
" Immediately escalates critical results to NP/MD via face to face discussion with clinician on duty.
" Maintains an organized and clean workspace

Quals--
8 years of experience.
" Adept at venipuncture, phlebotomy, and finger sticks
" Excellent verbal and written communication and documentation skills
" Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)
" Interpersonal skills and compassion
" Analyzing information, critical thinking, and problem solving
" Knowledge of infection control procedures
" Attention to detail
" Procedural and organizational skills
" Quality focus
" Basic computer skills
Education, Experience, & Licensing Requirements:
" Minimum education required - High school diploma
" Phlebotomist certification
" Prior experience as a phlebotomist is required minimum 2 years
" BLS CPR/AED certification recommended
Work schedule:
" Full time 40 hours/week, Monday through Friday
" Hours typically 8am to 4:30pm, but may vary based on work flow/business needs