Phlebotomist Phlebotomy Technician Job at IMS People in Grand Forks

Job Title:  Phlebotomist 

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift Times: The hours are 7 scheduled shifts on and 7 scheduled shifts off. Wednesday-Wednesday hours are 5a-5:30p with the option to pick up 4-7am shifts for overtime.

Location: Grand Forks, ND 58201

Job Description:

The Phlebotomist collects (capillary and venipuncture) blood specimens from patients of all ages, assists patients with non-blood collections and is responsible for specimen integrity through accuracy of patient identification, specimen labelling, collection steps and specimen transport. This position performs occasional point-of-care patient testing such as glucose. The phlebotomist provides exceptional customer service.

Job Description

• Performs patient identification and specimen labeling according to standard operating procedures.

• Understands the phlebotomy processes and techniques in order to obtain quality blood specimens to ensure that correct decisions are made regarding specimen collection.

• Performs, interprets and reports point-of-care testing (e.g. glucose) and quality control.

• Processes laboratory and patient reports according to standard operating procedure, e.g. printing, recording, distributing, faxing, filing, and retrieving.

• Recognizes problems, takes appropriate action, documents problems and corrective action, and follows protocol to notify the Supervisor of problems in a timely manner so as not to jeopardize patient care.

• Actively communicates throughout the shift and manages priority requests in a courteous and timely manner to ensure effective department workflow. Follows up with STAT, ASAP, and Pre-op draws to ensure turnaround times are met.

Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Additional specialty certification/training as preferred by the work area:

Emergency Department: Basic Life Support (BLS)within 90 Days of Start Date