Phlebotomy Technician PRN

                    

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Job Title

Phlebotomy Technician PRN

                        

Location

Cleveland

                    

Facility

Fairview Hospital

                     

Department

Lab Phlebotomy-Fairview Hospital

                      

Job Code

C99940

                     

Shift

Variable

                       

Schedule

4:00am-12:30pm/11:00pm-7:30am

                       

Job Summary

Perform all patient service and required blood and sample collection/tracking/transport/processing for all patient groups. This position will float to multiple locations.

                         

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Perform blood collection procedures and related tasks.
• Provide excellent patient service at check in where applicable.
• Verifies order requests and identifying information prior to drawing blood or collecting the specimen/kit to be tested by analytical staff. Label all specimens collected and deliver them to the appropriate processing area.
• Follow venipuncture procedures and maintain appropriate log sheets.
• Greet patients warmly when they present to outpatient lab desks or when entering a patient's room and complete test request entry and specimen receipt using lab computer.
• Perform specimen processing and send out tasks including accessioning, centrifugation, and packaging for transport when necessary for all specimen types.
• Accurately communicate essential information to appropriate personnel.
• Actively listen and promote effective communication flow both within and outside of the department.
• Pick up and deliver blood, other sample types, and lab supplies to appropriate areas.
• Maintain a fantastic customer service rapport and interact in a pleasant, courteous and cordial manner with co-workers and patients at all times.
• Participate in team discussions, provide problem solving ideas and contribute to quality improvement goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED.

Certifications:

• Formal phlebotomy certification preferred.

Complexity of Work:

• Trouble shooting and problem solving skills in a team environment is essential.
• Effectively operate in a flexible work environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to excel in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.

Work Experience:

• Technical proficiency; standard procedures, techniques and common practices required.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires frequent and long durations of standing and walking.
• Visual acuity including the ability to distinguish colors.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to manipulate blood drawing equipment and make measurements.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

                       

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