Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

Summary/Objective:

Perform venipuncture, skin punctures & all other ancillary testing competently & expediently. Has thorough knowledge of test requirements & assists in Clinical Laboratory as needed.

Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Perform blood draws competently & expediently with as little patient discomfort as possible.
• Record phlebotomy requisitions.
• Identify the patient by comparing patient information on the requisition to the patient’s verbal information before venipuncture is performed.
• Label & records all test tubes and complete log procedures as outlined in the lab procedure manual.
• Demonstrate knowledge of color top tubes to use, as well as the proper volume of blood needed, and test requirements.
• Follow universal precautions always.
• Maintains quality results by following department procedures and testing schedule and recording results in the quality-control log.
• Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique and following department procedures.
• Resolves unusual test orders by contacting the ordering provider or nurse; referring unresolved orders back to the originator for further clarification; notifying supervisor of unresolved orders.
• Dispose of sharps & any containments properly using.
• Prioritizes STAT, scheduled, and walk in appointments accordingly.
• Enhances phlebotomy department by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests.
• Centrifuge blood samples as required by test(s).
• Practice infection control standards at all times when working with patients & equipment.
• Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal, and local regulations.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Complete assignments efficiently & in a timely manner.
• Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.

Other Duties/Responsibilities:

• Clean, stock, and/or order supplies for all areas in the laboratory, as requested by your supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned by Regional Manager, Site Manager or Provider.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patients, medical, financial, and legal information.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of Galen Medical Group.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Wear identification during work hours.
• Represent the organization in a positive & professional manner.
• Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Comply with all organization policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Attend regular staff meetings and in-services as directed by your manager.
• Consistently demonstrate the value of team concept.
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities.
• Complete assignments efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Understands and abides by OSHA, HIPAA & CLIA standards.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School Graduate or equivalent.

Experience:

• Must be a certified phlebotomist from a nationally accredited institution.
• Individual must be BLS trained and certified at all times.

Skills/Certifications:

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Exceptional skills of independence, organization, verbal and written communication, problem-solving, professional interaction, and human relation skills, as well as analytical skills and problem-solving ability.
• Must be PC literate with strong computer navigational skills, as well as extensive knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office.
• Promote the mission, vision, and values of Galen Medical Group.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patients, medical, financial, and legal information.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Wear identification during work hours.
• Represent the organization in a positive & professional manner.
• Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Comply with all organization policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Attend regular staff meetings and in-services as directed by your manager.
• Consistently demonstrate the value of team concept.
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities.
• Complete assignments efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Understands and abides by OSHA, HIPAA & CLIA standards.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.