Phlebotomist – OR
Phlebotomist - OR - (Job Number: 127578)
-- Phlebotomist - OR - (Job Number: 127578) Description Support the laboratory function of providing diagnostic information for use in patient care by ensuring proper collection and processing of laboratory specimens. Perform or assist with special procedures; mentor/orient students and new employees; ensure workflow meets service delivery needs. Respond effectively to member, clinicians, nursing staff and other department needs. Essential Functions: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Perform order entry, specimen collection, and processing according to work instructions (WI), clarify clinician orders; obtain pertinent patient information; accurately identify patients; determine specimen requirements and collect patient sample using appropriate process of venipuncture or capillary collection based on patient age and/or condition. * Assure completeness and accuracy of specimen labeling. * Obtain and enter appropriate patient or specimen information into laboratory computer system. * Provide good customer service to all members. * Prioritize workload according to urgency of request; coordinate activities of the phlebotomy and laboratory service/technical assistant workgroups to meet operational service needs. * Act as resource for medical or laboratory staff. * Provide information and facilitate specimen or order problem investigation and resolution. * Using appropriate resources make decisions as required for sample collection and patient processing. * Facilitate communication between phlebotomists and laboratory service/technical assistants in problem solving and member assistance, triaging to supervisor as needed. * Provide instructions to physicians, nursing staff, and patients in proper specimen collection, answering related questions accurately. * Evaluate, process, and coordinate specimens for testing and/or shipping by following applicable WI. * Centrifuge, aliquot, separate, refrigerate, freeze, or handle specimens as required to maintain specimen integrity. * Consult computer information for special handling instructions, referring questions to client services or technical specialist(s) for additional handling or shipping instructions when indicated. Complete appropriate forms as applicable. * Use laboratory computer system to obtain patient demographics, perform order entry, enter pertinent clinical information, generate barcode labels, and ensure tracking of each test ordered and each specimen collected and/or received. * Use laboratory information computer system to track specimens. * Perform all duties required of laboratory service/technical assistant. * Assist clinician or pathologists with bone marrow collection and processing. * Perform isolation procedures, bacterial, acid-fast, and fungal blood cultures, blood smear preparation, microbiology set-up and code blue response as required and ordered by clinician * Remain current in new and revised work instructions and lab and organizational policies. * Assist supervisor, coordinator, or specialist in identifying and reporting any procedural discrepancies. * Complete annual requirements. * Provide input into development or revision of procedures to meet operational needs. * Support department workflow and records maintenance through accurate workload recording, quality assurance monitors, supply inventory, quality control checks, and records. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: * Completion of the experience practicum in an Accredited Phlebotomy program OR * Three years recent phlebotomy experience in a multi-patient laboratory setting. * High school diploma or equivalent * Demonstrated customer-focused service skills * Demonstrated understanding of basic phlebotomy principles and techniques * Detail oriented, able to handle multiple tasks in a limited time frame * Able to produce high quantity/quality of work, problem solve, exercise good judgment * Adaptable * Able to bend, stoop, reach and lift minimum of 10 pounds. * Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills with command of the English language * Demonstrated interpersonal skills, teamwork * Working knowledge of keyboard/data entry Preferred Qualifications: PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * 4 or more years phlebotomy experience in a multi-patient laboratory setting including geriatric, pediatrics, inpatient, and/or difficult phlebotomy draws * National Phlebotomy certification * Thorough understanding of phlebotomy principles and techniques and phlebotomy equipment * Thorough understanding of sample collection requirements * Knowledge of Medical Terminology * Written and verbal communication skills * Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal skills, teamwork, independent worker * Leadership skills Salary Range: $17.77- $21.34 Primary Location: Oregon-Portland-Mother Joseph Plaza 9427 SW Barnes Rd. Scheduled Hours: 20 Shift: Evening Working Days: Every Weekend; Holiday rotation required Working Hours Start: 2:00PM Schedule: Part-time Job Type: Standard Employee Status Group: Regular Employee Group: SEIU - Local 49 Job Level: Individual Contributor Job: Laboratory Public Department Name: Laboratory Phlebotomist - OR - (Job Number: 127578) 514035 Oregon-Portland-Mother Joseph Plaza 9427 SW Barnes Rd. http://kp.taleo.net/careersection/external/jobdetail.ftl?lang=enjob=514035ss=paidsrc=5080 -- http://wrapguy.careercast.com/textjobs/jobs/kaisero_oregonlive/372e6587994bf565087f390c3d82d519.html --