Under limited supervision, performs phlebotomy, processes specimens, handles client inquiries, conducts waived testing, contributes to pre-analytic laboratory tasks and assists with bedside procedures.
Schedule: Night shift - Monday thru Friday 8:00pm-4:30am plus every other weekend and every other major holiday
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Perform venipuncture and capillary puncture to collect blood specimens from patients.
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Ensure patient comfort and safety during the phlebotomy process.
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Receive and accession specimens into the laboratory information system (LIS).
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Prepare and aliquot specimens for various laboratory tests following established protocols.
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Provide information regarding specimen collection, test requisitions, and laboratory procedures.
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Address inquiries and concerns, escalating complex issues to the appropriate personnel.
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Assist in the preparation and setup of laboratory equipment and instruments.
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Ensure the proper handling and transportation of specimens within the laboratory.
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Places orders, inventories supplies, equipment and requisitions as needed.
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Provides in-service training and precepts lab assistants and phlebotomists.
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Participates in developing best practices in clinical workflows.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
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Ability to work independently within established guidelines, apply problem-solving skills, meet deadlines and meet urgent patient, provider, and system needs
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Ability to collaborate with laboratory staff to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
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Ability to perform waived testing procedures according to established protocols and regulatory guidelines.
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Knowledge of recording and maintaining accurate documentation of waived test results.
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Ability to verify the accuracy of patient information and specimen labeling.
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Knowledge of labeling, documenting, and preparing collected specimens for transport to the laboratory.
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Knowledge of relevant laboratory safety and infection control protocols.
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Knowledge of laboratory information systems (LIS) is an asset.
EDUCATION:
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High school diploma or GED is required.
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Completion of a certified phlebotomy program is preferred.
