Phlebotomy Technician

Position Overview:
The Phlebotomy Technician is accountable for executing all responsibilities associated with phlebotomy, which includes specimen collection, receipt, and referrals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates proficiency in the OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Upholds the organization's philosophy and core values in every interaction with customers.
• Actively pursues professional development and ongoing education.
• Ensures the quality of work performed by all team members, coordinating services to guarantee customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
• Adheres to CAP, JCAHO, OSHA, infection control, safety, and other regulatory standards, ensuring the privacy and security of health information (PHI).
• Keeps the collection area and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition, restocking supplies as needed.
• Collaborates with the team lead to procure necessary supplies for the department.
• Conducts all phlebotomy tasks, including specimen collection, receipt, and send-outs.
• Prepares specimens for external laboratory referrals, which includes ordering tests, packaging specimens, arranging transportation, and completing referral documentation.
• Performs various patient specimen collections, such as venipuncture, capillary collection, urine drug screens, skin tests, and cultures.
• Ensures that all specimen requirements are met during collection to maintain specimen integrity.
• Exhibits strong communication skills while interacting with customers, patients, family members, nurses, physicians, clients, and colleagues.
• Utilizes the laboratory information system to document specimen details, patient registration, order entry, collection lists, and other assigned duties.
• Completes additional related tasks as assigned, including on-call duties, inventory management, special projects, and cross-training.
• Conducts performance evaluations and annual competency assessments for team members in a timely manner.

Qualifications:
Education/Skills:

• High School diploma or equivalent is required. Diploma or transcript must be provided at the time of hire.
• Completion of a Phlebotomy, Medical Laboratory, or Medical Assistant program that includes phlebotomy is preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, data entry, and organizational skills is essential.

Experience:

• Preferred: One year of experience in phlebotomy.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

• Certification from a Nationally Accredited Program is preferred.

Work Schedule:

To Be Determined

Work Type:

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