Phlebotomist - Per Diem (Healthcare)

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, the Phlebotomist provides some of the support services needed to ensure quality laboratory services and in this role is expected to be courteous and efficient.  He/she performs pediatric, adolescent and adult patient phlebotomy, routine specimen preparation, some limited testing procedures, responsible for supply inventory and the general maintenance of the laboratory area.

GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for reviewing all encounters or test requests forms for completeness, legibility and accuracy to ensure that all information required for test processing and billing are provided

• Documenting all requests for tests in laboratory work logs and problems associated with the processing and billing are provided
• Records, files and distributes laboratory reports (on site and referred) after             they have been reviewed
• Tracks laboratory reports when needed
• Takes telephone calls and reports and refers them appropriately
• Collects data for laboratory statistics, reports and special studies or projects
• Maintains stock of clerical/secretarial supplies, phlebotomy needs and inventory of reagents
• Participates in QA studies as needed
• Monitors specimen collection and identification procedures for accuracy and appropriateness
• Instructs patients on proper specimen collection techniques (e.g. CVS, FBS, O&Ps, 24 hour urine collection)
• Obtains blood specimen by venipuncture, fingersticks or heel sticks on pediatric and adult patients
• Under supervision, performs certain simple laboratory procedures in the waived and moderate complexity category
• Prepares specimen for storage, transport and testing on site or off site
• Be capable of providing services to all age groups including neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations

Education:  High School education or equivalent

Experience: