Phlebotomist - Per Diem Shift Varies
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Position Summary Position Summary Performs laboratory specimen collection following approved policies and procedures. At least 80% of productive time is performing phlebotomy procedure. Responsibilities Essential Functions • Perform peripheral IV insertion. • Ability to work outside the immediate laboratory setting. • Communication with immediate supervisor on any issues that may impact patient care. • Provides support in the areas of patient registration, demonstrates a thorough knowledge of third party reimbursement requirements and regulations • Demonstrate knowledge of specimen collection and handling requirements. • Knowledge of hospital and laboratory information systems, specimen processing, billing, reference testing and scheduling. • Maintains appropriate supplies. • Maintains positive customer service relationships at all times and proactively responds to customer service issues. • Trains staff as required. • Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the department. • Ability to coordinate, organize and perform any outreach phlebotomy service required. • Coordinates laboratory specimen collection for inpatient and outpatient settings • Excellent interpersonal skills to work cooperatively with all team members and respond to customer phone calls. • Acts as liaison between the laboratory, physicians, nursing personnel, other ancillary departments, clients and vendors outside the laboratory. • Follows established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements. • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions • May perform bed side testing, such as glucose. • Responsible for maintaining an active role in the laboratory Quality Improvement Program. • Documents specimen quality issues. • Adheres to infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area. • Maintains confidentiality of patient record, hospital and departmental matters at all times. • Maximize productivity, customer satisfaction, and profitability. Qualifications Education/Training High School graduate or equivalent. Licensure/Certification • CPR certification. • Phlebotomy certification from American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), the National Phlebotomy Association (NPA), American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT) or any certification program requiring a phlebotomy rotation with minimum of 100 patient collections and a requirement of continuing education to maintain certification. Experience None.Education/Training High School graduate or equivalent. Licensure/Certification • CPR certification. • Phlebotomy certification from American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), the National Phlebotomy Association (NPA), American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT) or any certification program requiring a phlebotomy rotation with minimum of 100 patient collections and a requirement of continuing education to maintain certification. Experience None.Essential Functions • Perform peripheral IV insertion. • Ability to work outside the immediate laboratory setting. • Communication with immediate supervisor on any issues that may impact patient care. • Provides support in the areas of patient registration, demonstrates a thorough knowledge of third party reimbursement requirements and regulations • Demonstrate knowledge of specimen collection and handling requirements. • Knowledge of hospital and laboratory information systems, specimen processing, billing, reference testing and scheduling. • Maintains appropriate supplies. • Maintains positive customer service relationships at all times and proactively responds to customer service issues. • Trains staff as required. • Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the department. • Ability to coordinate, organize and perform any outreach phlebotomy service required. • Coordinates laboratory specimen collection for inpatient and outpatient settings • Excellent interpersonal skills to work cooperatively with all team members and respond to customer phone calls. • Acts as liaison between the laboratory, physicians, nursing personnel, other ancillary departments, clients and vendors outside the laboratory. • Follows established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements. • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions • May perform bed side testing, such as glucose. • Responsible for maintaining an active role in the laboratory Quality Improvement Program. • Documents specimen quality issues. • Adheres to infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area. • Maintains confidentiality of patient record, hospital and departmental matters at all times. • Maximize productivity, customer satisfaction, and profitability.