Collects blood samples and other specimens from both inpatients and outpatients in a professional and timely manner, consistent with accepted standards of quality patient care. Also performs clerical, receptionist, and customer service duties.
JOB DUTIES
Samples are collected from patients in a friendly professional manner, with a minimum of discomfort.
Positive patient and sample identification is maintained.
Urine specimens are collected following laboratory procedures.
Chain of custody specimens are collected and processed following laboratory procedures.
Glucose testing using a point of care meter is done promptly and accurately. Proper records are maintained.
Close communication is maintained with technicians on duty regarding, unusual occurrences with the patient, unusual test requests or difficulties encountered while collecting the specimen.
Greets outpatients in a prompt, friendly manner and accurately enters physician orders into the laboratory information system.
Provides instruction to the patient for any self-collected specimens.
Provides general information to patients about laboratory tests when requested. This information must be consistent with customer service guidelines.
Follows Meditech processes to include editing, adding, receiving, and cancelling of specimens.
Can register Referred patients and enter orders accurately.
Regularly checks the Mobilab system for samples to be drawn and is responsible for keeping track of timed specimens.
Follows the laboratory process for the creation and completion of an Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABN).
Demonstrates the ability to set appropriate work priorities.
Coordinates work to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
High school education or equivalent, required. Training in phlebotomy or medical assistant course preferred.
Previous experience in phlebotomy and direct patient care preferred.
Current BLS Healthcare Provider card.
Stroke education is required. Refer to Administrative Policy A-148 for specific education requirements.
Meadville Medical Center is an outstanding community hospital located in Meadville, Pennsylvania. The hospital continually works to meet the community's needs by maintaining up-to-date and state-of-the-art facilities. We are a leader in healthcare in Northwest Pennsylvania, with the newest technology, including the latest generation of ultrasound, CT and MRI technology. Our medical staff of more than 100 consists of 37 medical/surgical specialties, with an extensive primary care foundation.
With a service area covering 75,000 individuals in Crawford County as well as an additional 150,000 persons from northwestern Pennsylvania, the Meadville Medical Center has annual inpatient admissions of approximately 7,617 and more than 215,742 outpatient visits. The Emergency Department alone reports 37,690 visits yearly and approximately 650 babies are born here each year.
Meadville Medical Center Mission Statement:
Your independent community health system is dedicated to providing high quality, innovative and affordable healthcare for the wellbeing of our community.
Meadville Medical Center Vision Statement:
Our vision is to continually exceed the expectations of those we serve by working together as a team, dedicated to a process of never-ending improvements.
