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Phlebotomist (CPT I) - Per Diem - Clinical Laboratory - Marina Hospital

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Job Description - Phlebotomist (CPT I) - Per Diem - Clinical Laboratory - Marina Hospital

Description
The Clinical Laboratory Assistant I is responsible for collecting blood specimens by venipuncture and capillary puncture, and for receiving clinical specimens in the laboratory computer system. Additional responsibilities include performing clerical tasks, processing send-out and pathology specimens, greeting and assisting outpatients, ordering and entering test orders into the computer system.

Responsibilities
  • Collects proper and adequate blood specimens by venipuncture or capillary puncture technique, following established laboratory policies and procedures for specimen collection and handling.
  • Properly identifies patients' protocols collection and labels all specimens correctly. Documents collection information.
  • Regularly reviews outstanding specimen reports for the laboratory, microbiology, and blood bank during their shift to identify any uncollected tests and takes appropriate action to collect, add, cancel, or reorder tests as needed.
  • Processes outpatients accurately, giving instructions and supplies for specimen collection.
  • Delivers specimens to the appropriate laboratory section in a timely manner.
  • Processes all orders accurately, in accordance with turnaround time policies.
  • Communicates, documents, and follows up on all unclear or discrepant orders, and reports any issues or concerns to the Supervisor or Director.
  • Accurately and promptly performs clerical tasks, including the use of the laboratory computer system.Accurately and promptly performs clerical tasks, including the use of the laboratory computer system.
  • Maintains phlebotomy and meals/breaks logs accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Knows and applies criteria for specimen rejection.
  • Plans, organizes, and prioritizes workload effectively, responding promptly and accurately to all requests (STAT, timed, etc.), as well as to any problems or inquiries requiring assistance.
  • Consistently demonstrates the values of teamwork by understanding and supporting the needs of both laboratory colleagues and other departments. Collaborates to achieve shared goals, offers assistance, and responds promptly to requests from patients, physicians, nurses, coworkers, and others. Assists with new employee orientation as requested by the Supervisor.
  • Selects and uses Personal Protective Gear appropriately, Adheres to all laboratory safety protocol.
  • Accurately processes reference lab test requisition and specimens in accordance with the reference lab’s specifications.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications
Education
  • High School Diploma/GED High School diploma/General Equivalency Diploma (GED) - minimum
  • Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree - preferred

Experience
  • 1 year Acute care - preferred

Licenses and Certifications
  • Phlebotomy Certification CA - Upon Hire minimum Current Phlebotomy licensure in the State of California (required).


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