Lab Support Tech/Phlebotomist

Riverside Walter Reed Hospital; Gloucester (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Walter Reed Hospital in Gloucester, Virginia, seeks a Laboratory Support Tech I to assist with specimen collection under supervision. You will collect samples, ensure proper labeling, and may travel to off-site locations as needed.

The role emphasizes accuracy, patient instruction, safety, and adherence to accreditation standards. Preferred qualifications include direct patient care or phlebotomy experience and a high school diploma or GED, with opportunities for on-the-job training in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy or lab specimen training program preferred.
• Direct patient care and/or phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates accuracy in laboratory specimen collection and handling per orders.
• Explain specimen collection procedures to patients and staff.
• Travel to off-site locations to collect blood as needed.
• Maintain appropriate inventory and stock levels in collection areas.
• Follow quality control/QA guidelines to support accreditation standards.
• Assist in training new personnel and students.

Skills

Direct patient care

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy or Lab Specimen training program

Job description

Gloucester, Virginia Hiring Range $16.20 - $21.08/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Overview

Works under the supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor/Manager/Director depending on the facility organizational chart. This position performs routine and special laboratory specimen collections, handling and distributions according to established protocols and standard operating procedures assuring collection of the appropriate specimen in correct container with appropriate labeling. The position is also responsible for explaining specimen collection procedures and instructions to patients, nurses, physicians, etc. The Laboratory Support Tech I may also be responsible for traveling to other patient off-sight locations to collect blood and transporting of specimens back to the lab depending on work site assignment. The Laboratory Support Tech I must maintain patient confidentiality and properly identify patients according to guidelines set forth by the facility (i.e. Patient Safety Goals). This position is responsible for maintaining proper inventory in the department and for keeping appropriate stock levels in collection basket. The Laboratory Support Tech I is required to follow all quality control and quality assurance guidelines established in the department to include accurate performance of job duties with proper documentation. The Laboratory Support Tech I is responsible for effective intradepartmental and interdepartmental communications to include such items as shift-to-shift "hand off", pending collection inquiries resolutions, etc. The position helps to maintain a constant state of readiness in the department to meet all Standards for accreditation from College of American Pathologist (CAP), DNV, State, OSHA, CLIA, etc. The Laboratory Support Tech I assists in the training of new and existing personnel as well as students.

What you will do

Demonstrates accuracy in laboratory specimen collection, and handling based on orders including collection requirements, containers, volumes, techniques, scheduling, preservatives, patient instructions, distribution. Performance of job duties accurately and timely to ensure quality patient care. Maintains a safe environment by complying with RHS policies/procedures/regulatory requirements that support the National Patient Safety Goals and Quality Initiatives. Performs patient identification and labeling functions accurately according to policy and standard operating procedures. Recognizes and reports variances and provides resolutions. Uses appropriate protective equipment, body mechanics and follows safety guidelines and procedures; identifies and acts to resolve variances or suspected non-compliance reporting to management. Collaborates with providers, office staff, nurses, care givers and other team members involved in the care of the patient to provide for the specialized needs of the patient. Demonstrates compliance with department Quality Management Program, regulatory agency requirements, standard operating procedures to maintain accreditation with College of American Pathologists, DNV, CLIA, and other governmental and accrediting agency standards. Demonstrates compliance with laboratory QA/QI program.

Duties may include but are not limited to

preventative maintenance, quality control, verifications, audits, procedure reviews and demonstration of procedure knowledge, assistance with updates.

Qualifications

Education High School Diploma or GED, (Preferred) Program Graduate, Phlebotomy or Lab Specimen training program (Preferred) Experience Direct patient care and/or phlebotomy experience (Preferred)

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