• Accurately identifies all patients in a manner prescribed by written laboratory policies.
• Accurately collects all specimens (pediatric through geriatric) and labels samples in a manner prescribed by written laboratory policies.
• Processes samples according to SOP and properly labels all samples.
• Trains new employees and students properly and thoroughly using the 3-step process.
• Completes specimen collections within a timely manner.
• Obtains accurate patient information concerning medications, weight, height, fax numbers, etc and promptly records this information on the patient’s order.
• Transcribes physician’s orders into the laboratory computer system in an accurate and timely manner.
• Responds to and notifies laboratory staff of all STAT and ASAP orders.
• Delivers all specimens to appropriate sections of laboratory.
• File, fax, call or mail all patient results in an accurate and timely manner. Documents all faxes and mail-outs in appropriate logs.
• Maintains laboratory front desk area/phlebotomy area in a clean and orderly manner.
• Stocks phlebotomy area and trays. Watches supplies and requests supplies to be ordered as appropriate.
• Does not leave workstation unattended.
• Uses time between procedures to Department’s advantage. Regularly helps others.
• Works diligently under time and volume pressures without diminished accuracy or loss of composure.

Education

Required:

High School

Licenses & Certifications

Required:

C-Phlebotomy

Preferred:

C-BLS