Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Evening Shift

Description:

Phlebotomists are responsible for collecting blood specimens from patients of all age groups in a timely and accurate manner using appropriate venous, arterial or capillary technique. All specimens are collected strictly following all related policies and procedures. As the face of the laboratory, phlebotomists maintain professional behavior and technical skills at all times demonstrating well developed customer service skills.

Adheres to the principles of caring and expected behaviors outlined in MercyOne Medical Center's Model of Caring and Trinity Health's Code of Conduct, fostering a climate where all customers are treated in a manner consistent with MercyOne Medical Center's Mission and Values.

2. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior.

3. Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed.

4. Prioritizes and organizes the collection of blood and other approved diagnostic specimens based on Stat, expedite, timed and routine testing criteria with minimal supervision.

5. Accurately identifies patients prior to collection of specimens using two patient identifiers as established by laboratory policy and appropriately labels and accessions these specimens. All data is recorded as required neatly and accurately.

6. Collects blood specimens and other approved diagnostic specimens based on the orders received and obtains appropriate specimens following established laboratory protocols.

7. Uses developed scripts for specified patient interactions.

8. Ensures delivery of the collected specimens to the processing area as soon as possible to maintain specimen quality and to obtain optimal test turnaround times.

9. Knows the requirements of blood specimens to be obtained thru the use of the Clinical Laboratory Testing Manual or other appropriate testing manuals.

10. Correctly performs testing, quality control and documentation as directed, if applicable.

11. Cleans and stocks the phlebotomy carts/trays and drawing rooms, maintaining a neat and orderly workplace.

12. Adheres to all laboratory policies and procedures.

13. Observes and enforces Safety and Infection Control policies and procedures. Assists in the corrective action of any hazards that may exist.

14. Maintains confidentiality with all information.

15. Demonstrates a high level of customer service skills when interacting with patients, their families and all clients.

16. Actively participates in phlebotomy/lab meetings.

17. Serves on UCL and Hospital committees as requested.

18. Participates in the orientation and training of new phlebotomists/staff.

19. Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.

20. Possesses basic working knowledge and use of the Laboratory Information System and the Hospital Information System.

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Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.