Phlebotomist-Cherokee Medical Center

Position Summary

Performs venipuncture and collects other specimens for laboratory testing. Label specimen containers accurately, deliver to proper destination in a timely manner and perform order entry duties as required. Must be able to provide and understand the specific communication, developmental and treatment needs of patients ranging in age from neonate-birth to geriatric. Compliance: understands and complies with the Standards of Behavior and department policies, procedures, and regulations.

Minimum Requirements

Education           

·        HS Diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of an accredited Phlebotomy Program.

Experience        

·        The skill to draw an average of 7 patients per hour within the first 90 days of employment.  

·        Proficient in the use of Laboratory Information System within the first 90 days of employment.

License/Registration/Certifications       

·        Must be ASCP eligible

·        BLS

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education      

·        N/A

Preferred Experience   

·        N/A

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications   

·        N/A

Core Job Responsibilities

·        Phlebotomist/Computer Operator/Processor is responsible for procurement and distribution of specimens, (blood, urine, etc.), computer data entry and operation of computer equipment. 

·        Must be able to provide and understand at the bedside the specific communication and collection needs of patients ranging in age from neonate-birth to geriatric.

·        While these standards are intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify add/or remove duties from jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.

·        Compliance: understands and complies with the Standards of Behavior and department policies, procedures, and regulations.

·        Process and receiving specimens for the technical staff. 

·        Prepare send out specimens for reference testing.

·        Answer incoming calls for the laboratory.

·        Monitor phlebotomy supply inventory and rotate supplies as needed.

·        Perform breath alcohol and urine drug screen collections.

·        Perform SLED collections.

·        Respond to ALL traumas, code strokes and codes sepsis in the ED.

·        Respond to ALL medical alerts and emergencies for inpatient floors.

·        Perform other duties as assigned.

·        Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.

·        Must maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information.

·        Requires working irregular/flexible hours holidays included.

·        Must have dependable transportation (including inclement weather)

·        Must be able to withstand the stress and demands of an active position.

·        Must be able to withstand constant standing, walking, stooping, and bending.

·        Must be able to respond calmly and efficiently in crisis situations.

·        Must be able to work as a team member and interact positively with others.

·        Must be able to work at optimum speed with accuracy and efficiency.

·        Must be able to take directions and respond quickly and efficiently.

·        Moderate lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.

·        Position includes moderate chemical exposure.

·        Maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information.

·        Sensitive touch for locating veins, manual dexterity and coordination required for drawing blood.

·        Vision requirements: must be able to pass a color vision test.       

Hearing: within normal range required in daily work.