Phlebotomist

Salary Range: $17.50 - $28.75 an hour.

Job Description

The Phlebotomist serves patients by identifying the best method for retrieving blood and other specimens from patients. The Phlebotomist prepares

specimens for laboratory testing and performs screening procedures. Additionally, the Phlebotomist is responsible for ensuring proper tracking and

transport of all specimens. The Phlebotomist is expected to demonstrate error free work and knowledge of standard procedures, techniques and

common practices.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED.

Experience: Prior Phlebotomy experience preferred.

License: Phlebotomy certification.

Additional Requirements: CPR and CPI certified within 30 days of employment.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

Compliance

· Understands and adheres to policies, procedures and code of conduct.

· Respects confidentiality at all times; follows HIPAA guidelines for disclosing information.

· Adhere to facility, department, corporate, personnel and standard policies and procedures.

· Treats all students, families, school staff, and co-workers with dignity and respect.

· Always appears professional. Wears name badge at all times. Adheres to uniform standards if applicable.

Teamwork

· Takes initiative to help the team, is flexible when asked to assist in other areas.

· Consistently demonstrates positive and affirming behaviors even when addressing conflict or stressful situations.

· Demonstrates concern for overall team and understands how actions affect others. Shows a positive attitude and contributes to maintaining

an enjoyable and productive work environment.

· Does not engage in any unfavorable behaviors such as rumors, inappropriate conversations, etc.

Customer Service

· Assumes responsibility for maintaining a clean, safe environment. Demonstrates knowledge of the school rules and services provided.

· Greets all customers in a positive manner and demonstrates sensitivity to customer's needs.

· Provides superior customer service while never crossing therapeutic boundaries.

· Demonstrates ability to listen to patient/customers regarding problematic issues in in a non-defensive manner.

Accountability

· Adheres to attendance requirements. Utilizes correct procedure for taking time off.

· Attends departmental and staff meetings as required.

· Is accountable and shows pride in work; strives to do more than the minimum required. Shows initiative and completes work in a timely and

accurate manner.

· Acknowledge mistakes and demonstrates willingness to learn and correct them.

· Demonstrates passion and hustle in all work.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs blood collection procedures and related tasks;

Verifies specimen order requests and identifying information prior to specimen collection;

Labels all specimens collected and delivers/transports them to the appropriate processing area;

Follows venipuncture procedures and displays knowledge of standard procedures, techniques and common practice areas;

Greets patients warmly and professionally at all times of interaction;

Communicates essential information to appropriate personnel;

Enhances and promotes an effective communication flow both in and out of the department;

Follows all documentation requirements and properly organizes documentation and information as needed;

Maintains organization and cleanliness of lab.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND SPECIAL DEMANDS

1. Ability to sit and stand and walk for long periods of time.

2. Ability to reach above, or below waist height, kneel, bend, stoop, turn, and twist (occasionally to frequently).

3. Visual ability to read charts, treatment plans, computer screen and typewritten materials.

4. Ability to frequently lift and carry 10 lbs.; occasionally 20 to 50 lbs.

5. Ability to work in an environment where chemicals are frequently used for cleaning, where medical and electrical hazards may occasionally be present and where dust, mist and steam are frequently generated in housekeeping tasks.

6. Ability to work at a rapid pace and perform a variety of repetitive duties.

7. Ability to respond to exposure to blood and body fluids.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND OTHER WORK AIDES:

1. Telephone and paging systems.

2. Copy machine.

3. Computer, various software packages, computer-aided therapies

4. Calculator/10-Key.

5. Facsimile machine.

6. Postage machine.

7. Policies, procedures, plans and program manuals.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.