Phlebotomist

Company: Riverside Health System
Location: Newport News
Posted on: February 11, 2020

Job Description:

Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, Virginia is currently seeking part-time and labor pool (as needed) Phlebotomists. Job Summary: This position performs routine and special blood collections according to established protocols and standard operating procedures. The position is also responsible for explaining specimen collection procedures and instructions to patients nurses physicians etc. The phlebotomist/processor may also be responsible for performing patient EKG's traveling to other patient off-sight locations to collect blood and transporting of specimens back to the lab depending on work site assignment. The phlebotomist/processor must maintain patient confidentiality and properly identify patients according to guidelines set forth by the facility (i.e. Patient Safety Goals). This position is responsible for maintaining proper inventory in the department and for keeping appropriate stock levels in collection basket. The phlebotomist/processor receives labels processes and distributes specimens to the appropriate work area in preparation for laboratory analysis. This position registers patients into the information systems and orders the appropriate tests as requested by the physician. The phlebotomist/processor is also responsible for printing monitoring and distributing patient reports to proper locations. The phlebotomist/processor is required to follow all quality control and quality assurance guidelines established in the department to include accurate performance of job duties with proper documentation. The phlebotomist/processor is responsible for effective intradepartmental and interdepartmental communications to include such items as shift-to-shift 'hand off' pending collection inquiries resolutions etc. The position helps to maintain a constant state of readiness in the department to meet all Standards for accreditation from College of American Pathologist (CAP) DNV State OSHA CLIA etc. The phlebotomist/processor assists in the training of new and existing personnel as well as students. The phlebotomist/processor adheres to hospital infection control and departmental policies and procedures; maintains a professional demeanor/appearance and exhibits a positive attitude. The phlebotomist/processor functions as a team leader. May perform other duties as assigned.Education: High school diploma or equivalence preferred.Experience: Strongly prefer at least one year previous experience in blood collection. Knowledge of laboratory medical terminology preferred. Working knowledge of Computers. Certification: ASCP or equivalent certification preferred.

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