Phlebotomist (PRN) - Dodge County Hospital : Job Details

HOURS: PRN POSITION SUMMARY: Under the leadership of the Manager, Clinical Laboratory, the Phlebotomist - Certified is an active member of the department that provides pathology and laboratory studies and analysis for the medical and nursing staff. The Phlebotomist - Certified is responsible for the collection of blood samples from patients by venipuncture or micro techniques. The Phlebotomist facilitates the collection and transportation of laboratory specimens. EDUCATION: • Requires a high school diploma or a GED state certification and the completion of a Phlebotomy program. • Requires 5 basic units of DCH education units per year. • Requires DCH mandatory annual training. EXPERIENCE: • Requires up to one year of work-related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: • Requires and maintains a Phlebotomy certification from the ASCP, AMT, NCS., AAB or other approved agencies by the department. • Requires current certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS). (If BLS verification is not current upon hire, it must be obtained within three (3) months of hire.) ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: • Verifies test requisitions by comparing information with nursing logs and resolves discrepancies. • Verifies patient identification with two unique identifiers. • Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks. • Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures, and observing isolation procedures. • Collects therapeutic drug-monitoring assays by working with the nursing staff to ensure appropriate drug dose to collection time. • Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection. Maintains daily tallies of collections performed. • Maintains quality results by following department procedures and testing schedules. • Resolves unusual test orders by contacting the physician, pathologist, or nursing station. • Complies with all safety and infection control policies and practices. • Answer telephone and be capable of finding lab results if needed. • Maintains a clean and safe work environment in keeping collection area clean and trays away. • Orders lab supplies as needed for stock. • Responsible for completion and distribution of REF LAB Specimens and Requisitions. • Responsible for order entry in LIS and other related LIS functions. • Distribution of Outpatient samples and reports. • Maintains a professional manner with all patients, coworkers, and guests. • Assist in training new employees and students. • Receives required Educational Units. • Performs other job duties as assigned and demonstrates age specific skills. • Performs other duties as assigned. Dodge County Hospital Is An Equal Opportunity Employer: In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Dodge County Hospital will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Dodge County Hospital does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other classification in accordance with federal, state and local statutes, regulations and ordinances. Additional Information Position Type : Pool/PRN/Per Diem Contact Information Human Resources Phone: 478-###-####