Job Details
Location & Position - Location: IHS Claremore - Claremore, OK
- Type: Full Time
- Shift: Day
- Category: Health Care
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Description
Job Summary: Provide MLT/Phlebotomist services for the Claremore Indian Hospital.
Primary Duties:
- Identify patients for lab draws by name and date of birth, complying with Joint Commission requirements.
- Have at least 1 year of experience and be competent in performing phlebotomies for all age groups, including neonatal and geriatric patients.
- Complete all IHS mandatory trainings by set due dates.
- Maintain laboratory stock, keep the phlebotomy area clean and organized.
- Notify the laboratory oversight or designated representative at least 2 hours before the shift if unable to work.
- Use the Electronic Health Record to review laboratory draw orders after proper patient identification.
- Accession the patient test order in RPMS Lab Package.
- Obtain specimens, including venipuncture and capillary draws, selecting appropriate tubes.
- Label all samples in front of the patient, including patient name, DOB, collection date/time, and phlebotomist initials.
- Properly package samples in biohazard transport bags for courier pickup.
- Transport specimens to the laboratory, including cultures and urine samples.
- Keep the phlebotomy draw tray stocked with necessary items.
- Perform prescribed waived testing and report results in RPMS Lab Package.
- Troubleshoot unusual results, repeating tests as needed, and consult with Clinical Laboratory Scientist for resolution.
- Clerical Support: Provide clerical support, assist in accreditation, support department and facility activities, and participate in HIPAA functions and safety training.
Education/Certification: Background check required.
Security Clearance: Public Trust.