Phlebotomist - Lab AdminGeneral - Full Time

Phlebotomist - Lab AdminGeneral - Full Time at Christus Health summary:This full-time Phlebotomist role involves performing specimen collection, processing, and referrals while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and safety standards. The position requires strong communication skills, attention to specimen integrity, and coordination with healthcare staff, along with handling administrative tasks such as inventory and documentation. Preferred qualifications include phlebotomy certification, medical terminology knowledge, and experience in a healthcare setting.DescriptionSummary:Responsible for performing all the duties of a phlebotomist including specimen collection, specimen receiving, and specimen referrals.Responsibilities:Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.Ensures that the company philosophy and core values are evident in the service delivered to customers.Takes responsibility for seeking and achieving professional growth and continued education.Assures quality of work performed by all associates. Coordinates services to customers in a manner that provides customer satisfaction and cost-efficient operations.Assures compliance with CAP, JCAHO, OSHA, infection control, safety, and other regulatory standards, including privacy and security of health information (PHI).Maintains collection tray/container/bag and working area in a neat and sanitary condition & restocks as necessary.Responsible for procurement of supplies for the department in cooperation with the team lead.Performs all duties of a phlebotomist; specimen collection, specimen receiving, specimen send-outs.Prepares specimens for referral to outside labs, including ordering of misc. and misc. referred testing, packaging of specimens, calling of cab, referral paperwork, and the mail systemPerforms all patient specimen collections including, but not limited to, venipuncture, capillary collection, urine drug screen collection, skin tests, and blood, throat, and NP cultures.Ensures that specimen requirements are met at the time of collection and maintain specimen integrityDemonstrates good communication skills by competently interacting with customers, patients, family members, nurses, physicians, clients, and co-workers.Operates the laboratory computer system to document specimen information, patient registration, order entry, collection lists, and other assigned tasks.Performs other related duties as assigned (stand-by/on-call, inventory, special projects, cross-training, etc.).Completes associate performance evaluations and annual competency assessments in a timely manner.Job Requirements:Education/SkillsHigh School diploma or equivalent preferredBilingual English/Spanish preferredCompletion of a Phlebotomy; Medical Laboratory; or Medical Assistant program that includes phlebotomy preferredFamiliar with medical terminology; computer data entry; organizational skillsExperience• One year phlebotomy experience preferredLicenses, Registrations, or Certifications• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) is preferred• Phlebotomy Tech (PBT) certification or State licensure is preferred if in LouisianaIn accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.Work Schedule:12PM - 8:30PMWork Type:Full TimeKeywords:phlebotomy, specimen collection, venipuncture, lab technician, medical laboratory, patient care, healthcare compliance, medical assistant, laboratory procedures, phlebotomy certification