Phlebotomy Tech, Part-Time, Nights

Marshall Medical Centers; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall Medical Centers is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to perform phlebotomy duties and manage related clerical tasks in the Decatur General Lab. The role requires precise specimen collection, accurate data entry in LIS/HIS, and strict adherence to safety and infection control protocols.

Responsibilities include prioritizing specimen collection to meet turnaround times, maintaining a clean work area, and assisting in training new staff and students.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy Technician certification preferred if no prior phlebotomy experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy procedures accurately and safely.
• Collect specimens with proper labeling and patient identification.
• Document collection data in LIS and HIS.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and follow infection control procedures.
• Prioritize specimen collection to meet turnaround times.
• Assist in training students and new employees.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Clerical duties

Computer data entry

Education

High School diploma

Phlebotomy Technician certification (preferred)

Tools

LIS

HIS

Job description

Overview

Performs phlebotomy related duties and performs all necessary computer and clerical related functions required to facilitate these functions.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions

A. Performs, with proficiency, medical laboratory tests, procedures and analyses to provide data for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease.

1. 1. Demonstrates acceptable understanding of established policies and procedures within the department as outlined in the procedure manuals and performs the procedures accurately and precisely.
2. 2. Demonstrates competency in performing the appropriate type and complexity of the laboratory services provided by Decatur General Lab.
3. 3. Regularly demonstrates the ability to organize and prioritize the collection of specimens and demonstrates the flexibility to adjust schedule in response to Stat orders and fluctuations in patient workload. Organizes work so that specimen collections are performed within established turnaround.
4. 4. Performs work within laboratory safety and infection control procedures. Practices infection control procedures for protection of self, patients and others. Does not alter safety devices.
5. 5. Uses care when re-labeling specimens sent from outside the lab to insure positive specimen identification.
6. 6. Keeps work area clean, neat and disinfected daily.
7. 7. Adheres to hospital and laboratory policies for identifying patients, collecting specimens and labeling specimens.
8. 8. Uses proper technique and shows competence when performing blood collection procedures and specimen handling on the following patients:

____ Neonates ____ Pediatric

____ Adult ____ Geriatric

1. 9. Has sufficient knowledge of all areas of phlebotomy, clerical and computer responsibilities and exhibits the ability to function effectively in each area.
2. 10. Documents any collection problems and communicates the problems to fellow employees.
3. 11. Demonstrates the ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives and choose an appropriate course of action
4. 12. Is conscientious about collect/receiving specimens before they are taken to the departments for testing
5. 13. Enters patient, order and collection information accurately in the LIS and HIS.
6. 14. Is proficient in all of the computer functions in the LIS and HIS necessary for performing the duties of a phlebotomist.
7. 15. Recognizes and immediately reports any computer malfunction to supervisory personnel or follows the established protocol for reporting and troubleshooting computer problems
8. 16. Strives to remain current with technology of the job and the profession by undergoing retraining, in-services, continuing education programs and independent reading and learning
9. 17. Participates in training students and new employees

B. Follows required regulatory guidelines and acceptable practices

1. 18. Follows CAP and other regulatory guidelines governing acceptable practice and protocol for laboratory practices
2. 19. Is aware of Patient Safety Goals and strives to meet them

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required:

Education: High School diploma and/or equivalent.

Experience: Certification as Phlebotomy Tech preferred if applicant does not have prior phlebotomy work experience.