Phlebotomy Tech

3 days ago

Columbia SC, United States Prisma Health Full time

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary
Collects specimens from patients and assumes responsibility for the safety and comfort of patients, following established standards and practices. Accessions samples into computer system for accurate testing and billing and obtains signed documents as needed. Reviews outstanding workload reports. Performs Point of Care testing and sample processing if assigned.

Accountabilities
Uses correct technique, policy, and protocol in collection and process of all specimens. Verifies identification of patient and specimen. Properly labels specimens with required information. Uses correct alternate patient identification procedures if hospital armband is not available (outpatient, use of Typenex bracelets, etc.). 10%
Inputs and assesses information via the hospital and laboratory computer systems accurately and timely. Reviews collection lists, unreceived lists, tracking logs, and telephone log for completion of work. Takes appropriate action as needed. Instructs patients on preparation or collection for tests ordered and distributes collection containers when necessary. Organizes and prioritizes tasks and uses time efficiently. 10%
Follows safety procedures and responds correctly and immediately to safety violations and safety drills. Reports and documents immediately personal exposure to hazardous or infectious situations. Uses available PPE and safety equipment when needed; disinfects equipment as required. Assures patient safety is maintained throughout collection/procedure and knows notification process if patient has adverse reaction. Obeys all patient precautions at bedside or noted on order. 10%
Processes specimens for testing including identifying, sorting, aliquoting, centrifuging, and labeling specimens appropriately. Assures proper storage and retention of all specimens for their designated time. Packages and prepares specimens for transport while maintaining appropriate specimen temperature for stability. 10%
Restocks an item in use, assuring its availability to the next person/shift. Maintains work area in a clean, orderly manner. Monitors expiration dates of all supplies and reagents and follows established protocol. Participates in work unit action plans and supports department based goals. Supports customer service, quality and financial initiatives in a positive and productive manner. 10%
Communicates with patients and guests in a timely and courteous manner. Uses positive interpersonal skills in all patient /customer interactions. Receives incoming calls, documents incoming requests for blood collection or other information, and coordinates collections as needed. Communicates pertinent information to other team members using approved communication methods. 10%
Performs account registrations and orders tests in multiple laboratory systems in a timely manner. Collects appropriate consents for preauthorizations and Advanced Beneficiary Notice as required. Completes clerical duties such as scanning of all relative patient data and tracking monthly workload performance. Records orders for lab tests and accurately provides appropriate reports to proper personnel according to compliance regulations. Communicates with and faxes information to physician offices concerning orders or billing information. Dispatches or arranges couriers for pickup. Floats to multiple client locations and patient service centers.10%
Performs POC testing accurately if assigned, using established protocol and QC. Notifies appropriate caregiver of critical values. 10%
Instructs new employees and students in procedure, technique and theory as assigned and documents proficiency on checklist. Informs appropriate person of problems noted in an individual's training process. 10%
Completes all required 6-month and annual competencies in required time frame with documentation in personnel file. Completes required training for age specific patients. Participates in Continuing Education (CE) program annually . 10%

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities
N/A
Minimum Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent or post-high school diploma
3 Month phlebotomy certificate program

In Lieu Of
In Lieu of the education and experience requirements noted above, p revious phlebotomy experience   or training in formal programs which include phlebotomy are qualified as candidates

Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses
  PBT(ASCP) - American Society of Clinical Pathology (OR)
RPT(AMT) - American Medical Technologist (OR)
CPT(ASPT) - American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (OR)
CPT(NHA) - National Healthcareer Association (OR)
CPT(ACA) - American Certification Agency for Healthcare Professionals (OR)
CPT(NCCT) - National Center for Competency Testing (OR)
CPT(NPCE) - National Phlebotomy Certification Examination (OR)
CPT (NPA) - National Phlebotomy Association (OR)
CPT (NAPT) - National Association of Phlebotomy Technicians (OR)
CPT(NHCO) - National Healthcare Certification Organization

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of general phlebotomy equipment
Interpersonal and Communication skills
Previous experience if no formal training
Basic computer skills
Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier)
Data entry
telephone
proof-read documents
Effective at Data Conversion


Work Shift
Day (United States of America)

Location
100 Palmetto Health Pky Parkri

Facility
3302 Family Medicine 100 PH Pkwy 220

Department
33021000 Family Medicine 100 PH Pkwy 220-Practice Operations

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