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Job description
This is a part-time, benefitted position with a regular schedule of 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. on varied days. Every other weekend rotation is required, with night shift hours varying based on department needs and may include 5:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., 8:30 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., or 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.
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Support the laboratory manager in providing excellent patient care. Serve as an ambassador for the laboratory in interactions with patients, physicians, nurses and visitors. Adhere to all safe patient handling standards including demonstration of pre-analytical safety procedures and Infection control protocols. Participate in laboratory performance improvement, which includes error identification and appropriate follow up, investigation, correction, documentation, and notification to appropriate caregiver and lab leadership. Perform all functions as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician including:
Respond to life critical situations such as Trauma, Stroke Codes, Code Sepsis or Code Blues.
Ensure samples are collected following time-sensitive priorities (STAT, Timed and routine).
Observe aseptic technique and isolation procedures whenever indicated.
Clarify unclear orders, resolve any orders or patient identification discrepancies prior to sample collection and document ABN necessity whenever indicated.
Identify patients according to policy prior to sample collection and label samples accurately.
Perform phlebotomy through venipuncture or capillary puncture and observe age-specific techniques for all patient age groups.
Preserve sample integrity by delivering samples to the laboratory within the required amount of time.
Process specimens and follow critical sample handling instructions regarding centrifugation, aliquoting, transport, and storage requirements for every test performed in the laboratory or sent out to a reference laboratory.
Follow HAZMAT regulations when packing samples for transport to the Core Lab or other laboratories.
Perform crucial pre-analytic and analytic steps of test procedures as required, under supervision of licensed laboratory personnel.
Demonstrate knowledge of standard office equipment, computers and computer software skills including laboratory and hospital electronic medical records.
Adherence to safety protocol.
Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:
Good critical thinking and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient with medical terminology and of computer systems
Required Certification/Registration:
Certified Phlebotomy Technician I
Valid certificate issued by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH)
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Professional (BLS) certificate
Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:
Recent experience with pediatric and geriatric patients
Experience with Epic software
Recent experience with neonatal, pediatric blood draws, and heelsticks
At least 2 years of recent experience in a hospital setting
At least 2 years of experience working in an acute care facility
Job: *Lab
Organization: *Scripps Encinitas Hospital
Title: Phlebotomist - Part Time - Nights - Encinitas Hospital
Location: Northern San Diego County-ENCINITAS-SCRIPPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL ENCINITAS
Requisition ID:
Worksite address
san diego, CA, 92189, US
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