Phlebotomist

Position Summary

Phlebotomist collects laboratory specimens for testing; performs and record test results for waived and moderate complexity testing, and must follow laboratory policy, documentation standards, and all applicable regulatory requirements. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent Minimum Work Experience: None required beyond education/training requirement Required Licenses/Certifications: None Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Moderate ability with computer systems and data entry. Ability to establish good working relationships with various professional, technical and nontechnical staff. Ability to keep blood drawing trays and equipment clean and well organized. Ability to perform blood collection procedures using skin (micro) puncture and venipuncture. Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the job. Ability to train students as needed. Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures, laboratory precautions, and use and care of laboratory equipment in assigned area. Knowledge of phlebotomy methods and techniques. Preferred Qualification: Certification in phlebotomy or Medical Assisting JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS 1. Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to the HMHD Compliance Plan. 2. Conduct reflects HMHD's values and a commitment to HMHD's Code of Conduct. 3. Attends the required corporate integrity and compliance training and education programs. 4. Demonstrates proficiency in understanding the materials presented during the corporate integrity and compliance training and education program. 5. Complies with all HIPAA standards. 6. Participates in training or teaching programs by providing assistance and guidance to students, new and current employees. 7. Signs off competencies for waived testing only as appropriate. 8. Assists in identification of opportunities for improvements in the laboratory (i.e. employee training, process improvement...etc.). 9. Understands and complies with good laboratory practice, regulatory and accreditation requirements. 10. Participates in quality assurance activities as assigned. 11. Communicates to Lab Leadership on concerns affecting laboratory operations. 12. Communicates critical values and testing delays to physicians, nursing staff, clients, and other hospital personnel. 13. Communicates and handles problems with customers, physicians and other hospital staff and responds to their needs in a timely manner. 14. Maintains positive patient identification for all such samples processed, using defined protocols. 15. Determines suitability of specimen for analysis, following established procedures, policies, and guidelines. 16. Demonstrates skills in specimen receiving, processing, including the LIS. 17. Prepares specimens for reference laboratory testing, ensures specimens are submitted in a timely manner. 18. Performs waived and moderate analytical process, calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting under the direction of the technical staff/supervisor. 19. Maintains adequate inventory of reagents and supplies as appropriate. 20. Performs other duties as needed.