Phlebotomist - Full Time - Night Shift Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and every other Thursday. Weekends and Holidays as assigned.

Phlebotomist - Full Time - Night Shift Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and every other Thursday. Weekends and Holidays as assigned.

Education:

High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Previous experience in Phlebotomy preferred.

Licensure / Certification:

Completion of Phlebotomy or Medical Office Assistant Course preferred.

Provides care for patients of the following age groups:

Neonate (Newborn) Adullt (19 to 59 Years)

Pediatric (>Newborn to 11 Years) Senior Adult (60 to 74 Years)

Adolescent (12 to 18 Years) Geriatric (75 and Above)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs specimen collection according to the Phlebotomy S.O.P.
• Uses available resources independently.
• Performs collection on all age groups and with varying degrees of difficulty.
• Always remains courteous and considerate of patient needs.
• Assures accuracy in specimen identification; utilizes at least two patient identifiers prior to specimen collection.
• Adheres to criteria to ensure patient safety.
• Solves and documents problems independently.
• Distributes specimens to correct locale.
• Ensures clear verbal communication of all critical and stat test results (repeated and verified).
• Follows established test protocols per S.O.P.
• Documents and follows up on discrepancies or unexpected results.
• Produces accurate results (proper identification, specimen labeling, correct order entry, etc.).
• Follows established test protocols per S.O.P.
• Provides collection instruction and information to patient.
• Identifies materials needed for collection.
• Checks for accuracy on orders.
• Dates and initials lab documents.
• Identifies and corrects duplicate and/or erroneous orders.
• Gives and receives information; gives verbal and written instructions and asks for clarification.
• Prioritizes and dispatches samples, orders and containers.
• Monitors supply inventory.
• Uses appropriate telephone etiquette.
• Performs computer entry of requests.
• Documents and verifies according to procedure and priority.
• Runs collection lists.
• Checks for correct diagnoses, prints and explains ABN's to the patient when necessary.
• Cleans, organizes and stocks work area.
• Maintains documentation of housekeeping per Blood Borne Pathogen standards.

AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Neonate (Newborn)

• Utilizes heel warmers to stimulate blood flow.
• Uses appropriate technique and supplies for venipuncture.
• Comprehends normal vs. abnormal lab values.
• Comprehends the volume of blood requirements based on weight of neonate.

Pediatric (>Newborn to 11 Years)

• Uses appropriate technique for venipuncture and finger sticks.
• Appropriately uses restraining techniques.
• Communicates instructions per age level of patients.
• Comprehends normal vs. abnormal lab values.
• Comprehends the volume of blood requirements based on weight of infant.

Adolescent (12 to 18 Years)

• Communicates instructions and information to the patient.
• Utilizes appropriate venipuncture technique.
• Comprehends normal vs. abnormal lab values for the particular age group.

Adult (19 to 59 Years)

• Ability to communicate instructions and information to the patient (regarding testing, collections, etc.)
• Utilizes appropriate venipuncture techniques.

Senior Adult (60 to 74 Years)

• Ability to communicate instructions and information to the patient (regarding testing, collections, etc.)
• Utilizes appropriate venipuncture techniques.
• Ensures bed rails are up to prevent falls.
• Speaks clearly and louder for patient comprehension

Geriatric (75 Years and Older)

• Ability to communicate instructions and information to the patient (regarding testing, collections, etc.).
• Utilizes restraints (if needed).
• Ensures bed rails are up to prevent falls.
• Speaks clearly and louder for patient comprehension.
• Utilizes appropriate venipuncture and fingerstick techniques.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to compile, code and categorize, or verify information/data
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situation
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, and maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information
• Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, with excellent verbal and written communication skills

Non-Essential Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Professional Requirements

• Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.

• Complete annual education requirements.

• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

• Report to work on time and as scheduled.

• Wear identification while on duty.

• Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.

• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.

• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.

• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.

• Attend regular staff meetings and in-services as needed.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions

May need to sit or stand for up to 2-6 hours at a time

Physically demanding, high-stress environment

* Have near normal hearing - able to hear alarms/telephone/ normal speaking voice/ webinars

* Have near normal vision - clarity of vision (both near and far) either corrected on non-corrected, ability to distinguish colors

* Have good manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination

* Standing - continuously within the shift (67-100%)

* Walking - continuously within the shift (67-100%)

* Climbing - occasionally within the shift (1-33%)

* Bending/stooping - frequently within the shift (34-66%)

*Twist at the waist - occasionally with the shift (1-33%)

*Pushing/pulling - frequently within the shift (34-66%)

* Lift/carry - 20lbs with assistance - occasionally within the shift (1-33%)

* Reaching above the shoulders - frequently within the shift (34-67%)

* Lift/carry - 50lbs with assistance - occasionally within the shift (1-33%).

Stephens County Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition, carrier status or any other legally protected status.