Oroville Hospital
Phlebotomist
Oroville Hospital, Oroville, California, United States, 95965
Job #:
12030
Job Category:
Laboratory
Job Type:
Full Time
Shift Type:
Variable
Facility:
Department:
Lab - Clinical
Pay Range:
$23.84/hr. - $32.04/hr.
Open Date:
08.08.24
Close Date:
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or EquivalentTraining in a formal phlebotomy program which includes a minimum of sixty hours of didactic training and sixty hours of clinical experiencePrevious job experiences as a phlebotomistMust be eligible for certificationCurrent American Heart Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification when assigned to Department 7501Job Details:Start Date:
Open Until Filled.
Qualifications:High School Diploma or EquivalentTraining in a formal phlebotomy program which includes a minimum of sixty hours of didactic training and sixty hours of clinical experiencePrevious job experiences as a phlebotomistMust be eligible for certificationCurrent American Heart Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification when assigned to Department 7501Duties &Responsibilities:
Job Summary
Phlebotomist works under the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Technologist, takes direction from the Lab Office Supervisor for specimen collection and delivery of reports.
DutiesAlways identifies correct in-patients of all ages by comparing name and medical record number on requisition with name and medical record number on the patients wristband before a procedure is performedAlways identifies correct out-patients of all ages by requesting the patient (or guardian) to state his / her full name and comparing that with the name on the requisitionConsistently draws blood properly using established laboratory procedures ( i.e., proper patient identification, proper tube selection, etc.); rarely fails to obtain a blood sample on the first attemptAlways verifies and collects proper samples required for specific testsAlways initials, dates and records time blood, urine or culture collected on all laboratory requisition formsAlways accurately labels specimens (patient's name, medical record number, initials date and time collected)Correctly logs all patient and specimen collection records in the respective Phlebotomy Log (i.e., for IP, ER, OP, Olive.)Maintains awareness of timed specimen's collection and their importance and attempts to collect these specimens at appropriate time (i.e., Glucose, Isoenzymes, Drugs, Blood Cultures, Hemograms, etc.)Properly instructs out-patients of all ages, in the correct way to collect urine specimens (i.e., for C&S, GTT's, etc.)Correctly processes all lab requisitions, forms, and specimens for routine and reference testsConsistently completes duties neatly, accurately and in a timely mannerPerforms all procedures in a professional mannerEnforces and follows all laboratory safety rules and reports any possible hazards to the Chief Medical TechnologistShares appropriate communication with other laboratory personnel involving difficult Venipuncture, timed specimens, etc.Keeps the Phlebotomy areas neat, clean and well stocked with suppliesKeeps blood drawing trays neat, clean and well suppliesMaintains an adequate supply of specimen collection equipment, (i.e., routine, special test and reference test needs)Correctly processes all incoming laboratory suppliesMaintains an adequate supply of clean glassware used in the laboratoryIs attentive to and follows hospital policy with regard to "Universal Precautions"Consistently completes routine blood draws within 10 minutesProcesses all laboratory test requisitions and specimens quickly, efficiently and appropriatelyAssists other laboratory personnel as workload permits without being requested to do soConsistently determines proper priorities when organizing daily tasks and is able to adjust schedule in view of STAT's, out-patients and time drawsOrganizes work for effective utilization of timeRefers to appropriate policy and procedure manuals as necessary and communicates with reference labs for proper specimen requirementsUtilizes supplies equipment in a non-wasteful mannerReadily assists other laboratory personnel when requestedTakes direction from the Lab Office Supervisor for specimen collection and deliver of patient reportsAccepts responsibility for and becomes available to work a different shift when workload and / or other conditions warrantCan perform all tasks assigned to the PhlebotomistResponds to changes in work schedules as necessary or as requestedAccepts responsibility for and becomes available to work a different work shift when workload and / or other conditions warrantGreets patients in a courteous manner, responds to patients with empathy and positive interpersonal skillsContinuously works at establishing a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with all co-workersInspires confidence from patients and visitors by performing and communicating in a professional manner at all timesRecognizes and is able to effectively function within the Laboratory and Hospital organizational structureSeeks assistance when necessary from the Chief Medical Technologist in solving technical or personnel problemsShows ability to handle unexpected situations and is able to exercise independent thought and actions when necessaryDemonstrates competence in all procedures required of a phlebotomist in accordance with institutional policies; with particular emphasis on blood samples, blood cultures, referral tests and specimen requirementsAssists in orientation of new staff members as requestedKnows what tubes are required for various tests, what handling is necessary for each and how to find out when it is not knownCan be counted on to carry out instructions and fulfill job responsibilitiesReports to work as scheduledIs neat in appearance, always observing the dress code as establishedAlways wears lab coat (or approved apron / gown) and name tagSpeech and conversation are of a quality acceptable to hospital code (confidentiality)Demonstrates loyalty and teamwork both in the laboratory and interdepartmentallyPerforms other duties as assignedOther Info:
Lifting Requirements: Medium - generally not more than 50 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and / or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
Job Posted:
08/08/2024
12030
Job Category:
Laboratory
Job Type:
Full Time
Shift Type:
Variable
Facility:
Department:
Lab - Clinical
Pay Range:
$23.84/hr. - $32.04/hr.
Open Date:
08.08.24
Close Date:
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or EquivalentTraining in a formal phlebotomy program which includes a minimum of sixty hours of didactic training and sixty hours of clinical experiencePrevious job experiences as a phlebotomistMust be eligible for certificationCurrent American Heart Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification when assigned to Department 7501Job Details:Start Date:
Open Until Filled.
Qualifications:High School Diploma or EquivalentTraining in a formal phlebotomy program which includes a minimum of sixty hours of didactic training and sixty hours of clinical experiencePrevious job experiences as a phlebotomistMust be eligible for certificationCurrent American Heart Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification when assigned to Department 7501Duties &Responsibilities:
Job Summary
Phlebotomist works under the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Technologist, takes direction from the Lab Office Supervisor for specimen collection and delivery of reports.
DutiesAlways identifies correct in-patients of all ages by comparing name and medical record number on requisition with name and medical record number on the patients wristband before a procedure is performedAlways identifies correct out-patients of all ages by requesting the patient (or guardian) to state his / her full name and comparing that with the name on the requisitionConsistently draws blood properly using established laboratory procedures ( i.e., proper patient identification, proper tube selection, etc.); rarely fails to obtain a blood sample on the first attemptAlways verifies and collects proper samples required for specific testsAlways initials, dates and records time blood, urine or culture collected on all laboratory requisition formsAlways accurately labels specimens (patient's name, medical record number, initials date and time collected)Correctly logs all patient and specimen collection records in the respective Phlebotomy Log (i.e., for IP, ER, OP, Olive.)Maintains awareness of timed specimen's collection and their importance and attempts to collect these specimens at appropriate time (i.e., Glucose, Isoenzymes, Drugs, Blood Cultures, Hemograms, etc.)Properly instructs out-patients of all ages, in the correct way to collect urine specimens (i.e., for C&S, GTT's, etc.)Correctly processes all lab requisitions, forms, and specimens for routine and reference testsConsistently completes duties neatly, accurately and in a timely mannerPerforms all procedures in a professional mannerEnforces and follows all laboratory safety rules and reports any possible hazards to the Chief Medical TechnologistShares appropriate communication with other laboratory personnel involving difficult Venipuncture, timed specimens, etc.Keeps the Phlebotomy areas neat, clean and well stocked with suppliesKeeps blood drawing trays neat, clean and well suppliesMaintains an adequate supply of specimen collection equipment, (i.e., routine, special test and reference test needs)Correctly processes all incoming laboratory suppliesMaintains an adequate supply of clean glassware used in the laboratoryIs attentive to and follows hospital policy with regard to "Universal Precautions"Consistently completes routine blood draws within 10 minutesProcesses all laboratory test requisitions and specimens quickly, efficiently and appropriatelyAssists other laboratory personnel as workload permits without being requested to do soConsistently determines proper priorities when organizing daily tasks and is able to adjust schedule in view of STAT's, out-patients and time drawsOrganizes work for effective utilization of timeRefers to appropriate policy and procedure manuals as necessary and communicates with reference labs for proper specimen requirementsUtilizes supplies equipment in a non-wasteful mannerReadily assists other laboratory personnel when requestedTakes direction from the Lab Office Supervisor for specimen collection and deliver of patient reportsAccepts responsibility for and becomes available to work a different shift when workload and / or other conditions warrantCan perform all tasks assigned to the PhlebotomistResponds to changes in work schedules as necessary or as requestedAccepts responsibility for and becomes available to work a different work shift when workload and / or other conditions warrantGreets patients in a courteous manner, responds to patients with empathy and positive interpersonal skillsContinuously works at establishing a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with all co-workersInspires confidence from patients and visitors by performing and communicating in a professional manner at all timesRecognizes and is able to effectively function within the Laboratory and Hospital organizational structureSeeks assistance when necessary from the Chief Medical Technologist in solving technical or personnel problemsShows ability to handle unexpected situations and is able to exercise independent thought and actions when necessaryDemonstrates competence in all procedures required of a phlebotomist in accordance with institutional policies; with particular emphasis on blood samples, blood cultures, referral tests and specimen requirementsAssists in orientation of new staff members as requestedKnows what tubes are required for various tests, what handling is necessary for each and how to find out when it is not knownCan be counted on to carry out instructions and fulfill job responsibilitiesReports to work as scheduledIs neat in appearance, always observing the dress code as establishedAlways wears lab coat (or approved apron / gown) and name tagSpeech and conversation are of a quality acceptable to hospital code (confidentiality)Demonstrates loyalty and teamwork both in the laboratory and interdepartmentallyPerforms other duties as assignedOther Info:
Lifting Requirements: Medium - generally not more than 50 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and / or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
Job Posted:
08/08/2024