Client Office Phlebotomist- KA

Job Description

This is a full-time, 39 hours per week, phlebotomy position located at a client site in St. Peters, MO. Must be able to work Monday 8:30 am–5 pm;
Tuesday, Wednesday 9 am–5 pm;
Thursday 9 am–6 pm;
Friday 9 am–5 pm.

Client Office Phlebotomist – Out of State.

• Performs phlebotomy and other lab specimen collections per age related standards.
• Provides appropriate post‑phlebotomy patient care.
• Identifies need for patient medical assistance and call code as appropriate.
• Reviews/records refrigerator temperature(s) and QC/QA records. Areas of concern are recorded through the Corrective Action Log and reported to maintenance for repair. Findings are reported to supervisor or manager.
• Uses manual requisitions and labels specimens appropriately.
• Labels and processes specimens according to established protocols and policies.
• Must effectively procure blood specimens from infant, adult, geriatric, and wheelchair‑bound patients.
• Must demonstrate competency for age‑related responsibilities.
• Understands the operation and maintenance of equipment pertinent to the job.
• Follows up with all outstanding orders on manifest log, and communicates all timed, completed or uncompleted draws/charges/results to the client office staff and performs other duties as assigned.
• Requests/obtains written physician orders with all required information necessary for lab services requested and accurately orders laboratory tests in computer system(s).
• Prioritizes tasks and is able to multi‑task.
• Performs and collects phlebotomy specimens within cost and maintains a less than 2 percent recollection or cancellation rate.
• Follows TJC National Patient Safety goals in regard to two patient identifiers and handwashing.
• Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance.
• Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers.
• Addresses questions and concerns promptly, or identifies appropriate person or recourse to do so.
• Demonstrates teamwork by helping co‑workers within and across departments.
• Communicates effectively with others, respects diverse opinions and styles and acknowledges the assistance and contributions of others.
• Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently.
• Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time.
• Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes and improve and grow services we provide.
• Communicates and notifies Laboratory and/or Physician of problems with specimen procurement to ensure optimal care.
• Provides follow‑up on test results to appropriate individuals in a professional and courteous manner.
• Continuously updated on information by reading emails and demonstrates compliance in Media Lab.
• Maintains a safe work environment, holds self‑accountable for safe work practices, performs all aspects of daily work in a manner that contributes and ensures an environment of patient safety.
• Adheres to all recommendations and requirements of the Lab and Hospital Safety Committee.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in a manner that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
• Performs clerical duties directly related to handling and processing of lab specimens.
• Performs clerical work; faxing, printing, filing, reviewing, and verbally releasing laboratory results.
• Initiates the meeting of responsibilities without prompting and can complete tasks independently without immediate supervision.
• Demonstrates the values of team concept on a consistent basis.
• Interacts with all team members in a professional manner and aids/assists coworkers to complete assigned tasks.
• Travels to additional sites when needed.

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy certification through a nationally recognized organization or training from a phlebotomy school or medical institution or one or more years of phlebotomy experience in a healthcare setting.

Preferred:

• Experience performing phlebotomy on a broad range of patient types.
• Experience with processing lab specimens, transferring specimens, and handling a…