Newport News, Virginia
Works under the supervision of the Laboratory Director/Laboratory Supervisor. This position performs routine and special laboratory specimen collections, handling and distributions according to established protocols and standard operating procedures assuring collection of the appropriate specimen in correct container with appropriate labeling. The position is also responsible for explaining specimen collection procedures and instructions to patients, nurses, physicians, etc. The phlebotomist may also be responsible for performing patient EKGs, traveling to other patient off-site locations to collect blood and transporting of specimens back to the lab depending on worksite assignment. The phlebotomist 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 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 is responsible for effective interdepartmental and interdepartmental communications to include such items as shift-to shift hand off, pending collection inquires resolutions, etc. The position helps to maintain a constant state of readiness in the department to meet all Standards for accreditation form College of American Pathologists (CAP), Stat, OSHA, CLIA, DNV, etc. The Phlebotomist assists in the training of new and existing personnel as well as students. The Phlebotomist adheres to hospital, infection control and department policies and procedures; maintains a profession demeanor/appearance and exhibits a positive attitude. May perform other duties as assigned.
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