JGH P/T Phlebotomist

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. High School Diploma or GED. 2. Completion of an approved phlebotomy training course, or demonstrated experience as a phlebotomist. CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Keeps detailed records of all tests performed, verify physician orders by reviewing charts and notify patient and physician of any tests requiring recollection. 2. Sorts reports by physician, and fax or mail the reports to all persons authorized to receive such information. Documents all actions with the time, fax number and confirmation verification for all reports faxed. Sends a copy of Pathology and Reference Lab reports to medical records and to physicians. 3. Follows-up on any outstanding Pathology or Reference Lab test to verify if testing has been completed and if so, request that a report be sent. 4. Files all work done in the laboratory -- Pathology and Reference Lab reports. 5. Cares for and maintain supplies, equipment and work area. Requisition supplies and equipment. Alerts supervisor to defective equipment and supplies. 6. Collects blood and urine samples from patients as directed. Properly identify all patients and specimens through the use of two, unique patient identifiers and non-passive, verbal verification by patient, when possible. 7. Verifies physician orders before collection of specimens to avoid duplicate venipunctures. 8. Provides appropriate care utilizing knowledge and skill according to the age of the patient -- neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric. 9. Assesses data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to age specific needs. Provides the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures. 10. Assists in the care of patient prior to, during, and after collection. 11. Performs courier duties for on-campus physicians. 12. Collects specimens at health fairs, nursing homes, and outreach services. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Heavy/Hard work: Work requires stamina, moving, stooping, bending, reaching, standing, pushing (cart), lifting and loading supplies (onto the cart) and walking. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Additional

Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Company: JAX Jackson General Hospital Cost Center: 112 JAX Clinical Labs Address: 122 Pinnell St Ripley West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. Thank you for your interest in working for WVUM. Please explore our open opportunities in the list below and apply for any positions in which you would like to be considered. You'll be able to keep track of your progress on our site. The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginia’s largest health system and the state’s largest employer with more than 3,400 licensed beds, 4,600 providers, 35,000 employees, and $7 billion in total operating revenues. The Health System is comprised of 25 hospitals – including J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, an 880-bed academic medical center, and the 150-bed WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia – and five institutes. To learn more, visit WVUMedicine.org.