Performs phlebotomy related duties and performs all necessary computer and clerical related functions required to facilitate these functions.
1. Demonstrates acceptable understanding of established policies and procedures within the department as outlined in the procedure manuals and performs the procedures accurately and precisely.
2. Demonstrates competency in performing the appropriate type and complexity of the laboratory services provided by Decatur General Lab.
3. Regularly demonstrates the ability to organize and prioritize the collection of specimens and demonstrates the flexibility to adjust schedule in response to Stat orders and fluctuations in patient workload. Organizes work so that specimen collections are performed within established turnaround.
4. Performs work within laboratory safety and infection control procedures. Practices infection control procedures for protection of self, patients and others. Does not alter safety devices.
5. Uses care when re-labeling specimens sent from outside the lab to insure positive specimen identification.
6. Keeps work area clean, neat and disinfected daily.
7. Adheres to hospital and laboratory policies for identifying patients, collecting specimens and labeling specimens.
8. Uses proper technique and shows competence when performing blood collection procedures and specimen handling on the following patients:
____ Neonates ____ Pediatric
____ Adult ____ Geriatric
9. Has sufficient knowledge of all areas of phlebotomy, clerical and computer responsibilities and exhibits the ability to function effectively in each area.
10. Documents any collection problems and communicates the problems to fellow employees.
11. Demonstrates the ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives and choose an appropriate course of action
12. Is conscientious about collect/receiving specimens before they are taken to the departments for testing
13. Enters patient, order and collection information accurately in the LIS and HIS.
14. Is proficient in all of the computer functions in the LIS and HIS necessary for performing the duties of a phlebotomist.
15. Recognizes and immediately reports any computer malfunction to supervisory personnel or follows the established protocol for reporting and troubleshooting computer problems
16. Strives to remain current with technology of the job and the profession by undergoing retraining, in-services, continuing education programs and independent reading and learning
17. Participates in training students and new employees
B. Follows required regulatory guidelines and acceptable practices
18. Follows CAP and other regulatory guidelines governing acceptable practice and protocol for laboratory practices
19. Is aware of Patient Safety Goals and strives to meet them
Education: High School diploma and/or equivalent.
Experience: Certification as Phlebotomy Tech preferred if applicant does not have prior phlebotomy work experience.
Huntsville Hospital is an 881-bed hospital that serves as the regional referral center for North Alabama and southern Tennessee. Huntsville Hospital is governed by the Health Care Authority of the City of Huntsville and is the second-largest hospital in Alabama. In recent years, the hospital has expanded its services throughout the region with the development of Huntsville Hospital Health System, which includes hospitals in Huntsville, Madison, Athens, Decatur, Boaz, Guntersville, Moulton, Red Bay, Sheffield, Scottsboro, and Fayetteville, Tenn. The Health System includes more than 2,300 patient beds and 19,500 employees.
