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Description
Summary:
Responsible for performing all the duties of a phlebotomist including specimen collection, specimen receiving, and specimen referrals.
Responsibilities
- Meet expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Ensure that the company philosophy and core values are evident in the service delivered to customers.
- Seek and achieve professional growth and continued education.
- Assure quality of work performed by all associates. Coordinate services to customers to ensure satisfaction and cost-efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with CAP, JCAHO, OSHA, infection control, safety, and other regulatory standards, including privacy and security of health information (PHI).
- Maintain collection tray/container/bag and working area in a neat and sanitary condition; restock as necessary.
- Procure supplies for the department in cooperation with the team lead.
- Perform all duties of a phlebotomist: specimen collection, receiving, and send-outs.
- Prepare specimens for referral to outside labs, including ordering tests, packaging, calling for transportation, referral paperwork, and mailing.
- Perform all patient specimen collections, including venipuncture, capillary collection, urine drug screens, skin tests, and cultures.
- Ensure specimen requirements are met and maintain specimen integrity.
- Demonstrate good communication skills when interacting with customers, patients, family, nurses, physicians, and co-workers.
- Operate the laboratory computer system for documentation and other tasks.
- Perform other duties as assigned, such as standby/on-call, inventory, projects, and cross-training.
- Complete performance evaluations and competency assessments timely.
Education/Skills
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
- Completion of a Phlebotomy, Medical Laboratory, or Medical Assistant program that includes phlebotomy preferred.
- Familiar with medical terminology, data entry, and organizational skills.
Experience
- One year phlebotomy experience preferred.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Certification from a National Accredited Program preferred.
Work Schedule
TBD
Work Type
Full Time
Additional Details
- Seniority level: Not Applicable
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Health Care Provider
- Industries: Hospitals and Health Care