PHLEBOTOMY TECH CERTIFIED - OB/GYN FOOTHILL RANCH

The phlebotomist performs venipuncture, as well as collects and labels the specimens for lab processing.
Essential Functions:Obtain blood specimens from patients per laboratory orders by performing venipuncture and finger sticks, competently and expediently with as little patient discomfort as possible

• Identify the patient by comparing patient information on the requisition to the patient’s identification before venipuncture is performed.

• Identify the patient and confirm the correct patient record.

• Communicate with and assist patients in a professional and courteous manner

• Display a courteous, professional manner towards coworkers, nursing and medical staff

• Process medical laboratory tests and document results.

• Review the laboratory schedule and verify and complete orders

. • Monitor and resolve orders in the electronic medical record.

• Complete appropriate laboratory forms documenting tests performed and providing diagnoses correlating to tests performed.

• Complete lab requisition forms and produce appropriate labels for forms and specimen tubes, label and record all test tubes, log procedures and file paperwork.

• Enter patient demographics, tests performed and diagnoses correlating to tests performed in the EMR

• Order and maintain adequate laboratory supplies, clean and supply venipuncture area

• Maintain the laboratory including equipment.

• Dispose all sharp instruments in a rigid sharp container.

• Maintain records and documentation for proficiency testing and to meet COLA and CLIA requirements and regulations.

• Prioritize STAT and scheduled appointments and draws

• Follow all policies and procedures for the Clinical laboratory

• Ability to work closely with Physicians, staff, instrument and supply vendors

• Clinical Care: Ensure that quality patient care is delivered to all patients on a 24-hour basis, and the unit is maintained in accordance with professional and regulatory standards and the philosophy and goals of Hoag.

• Position may require local travel between various locations.

• Perform other duties as assigned

Education, Training and ExperienceRequired: Minimum 1 year of Phlebotomy experience.Education MA Certificate or completion or a Phlebotomy Training Program.Knowledge of Centrifuge hardware, Orchard or other LIS, EHR system softwarePreferred:
Skills or Other QualificationsRequired: Skill in: Read/Interpret documents, Speaks clearly/concisely, Listen Effectively Problem Solving, Proactive, Flexibility/Adaptive to change, Ability to Multi-task, Work under Stressful Conditions, Customer Service, Teamwork/Team Player, Organization SkillsPreferred:
License and CertificationsRequired:Preferred: Medical Assistant Phlebotomy certification preferred