Phlebotomist / Specimen Collector
Location:
Greenville, SC
Schedule:
Full Time, Monday - Thursday (7:30am-4:30pm), Friday (8:00am-12:00pm)
Position Summary:
The Specimen Collector follows specimen (urine, blood and saliva) collection protocols for collection. Also, performs blood collection by venipuncture and capillary methods, for a variety of laboratory tests and procedures to be used in a diagnosis and treatment disease.
Key Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty to a satisfactory standard. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties include but are not limited to:
Phlebotomy Duties:
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Ensure that all patient paperwork is filled out correctly and all necessary information has been captured at the time of the collection.
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Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and fingerstick.
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Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures, observing isolation procedures.
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Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection; maintaining daily tallies of collections performed.
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Performs bleeding-times tests by entering results to the computer, notifying the pathologist of results falling outside normal ranges.
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Resolves unusual test orders by contacting the physician, pathologist, nursing station, or reference laboratory; referring unresolved orders back to the originator for further clarification; notifying the supervisor of unresolved orders.
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Update and maintain patient information and records, as necessary, while ensuring patients complete privacy.
Specimen Collection Duties:
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Ensure that all patient paperwork is filled out correctly and all necessary information has been captured at the time of the collection
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Update and maintain patient information and records, as necessary, while ensuring patients complete privacy, observing HIPAA regulations into laboratory information system.
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Perform and follow specimen (urine, blood, and saliva) collection protocols for specimen collection.
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Monitor and maintain supplies and supply records for all clinic needs. Communicating to lab any supply requests in a timely manner.
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Securely and safely package specimens for pick up by the lab's courier service.
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Follow general work protocols regarding breaks and cell phone usage during business hours.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required
Certified Phlebotomy Technician (required)
Minimum 2 years of phlebotomy experience in a clinical or high-volume setting
Minimum 1 year of customer service experience
Skills and Attributes:
Dependable, organized and detail oriented
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Professional and compassionate patient care approach
Ability to communicate well with the clinic's provider and laboratory management
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
Commitment to high-quality, error-free work
Benefits:
To Apply:
Submit your resume for consideration.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Work Location: In person
