About this opportunity
AA2IT lists this Phlebotomist opportunity in west point, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
PhlebotomistStart Date: 2/5/24 Location: 770 Sumneytown Pike Est Point PA Timing: 8 AM - 5 PM Qualifications: 8+ years of experience. Adept at venipuncture, phlebotomy, and finger sticksExcellent verbal and written communication and documentation skills Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) Interpersonal skills and compassion Analyzing information, critical thinking, and problem solving Knowledge of infection control procedures Attention to detail Procedural and organizational skills Quality focus Basic computer skills Education, Experience, & Licensing Requirements: Minimum education required - High school diploma Phlebotomist certification Prior experience as a phlebotomist is required – minimum 2 years BLS – CPR/AED certification recommended Work schedule: Full time 40 hours/week, Monday through Friday Hours typically 8am to 4:30pm, but may vary based on work flow/business needsResponsibilities:Serves patients by identifying the best method for retrieving blood samples and other specimens, preparing specimens for laboratory testing, and performing screening procedures. Verifies test requisitions by checking testing listed in schedule in EMR and bringing discrepancies to the attention of unit personnel. Verifies patient identification and explains sampling procedures to patients. Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks. Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures, and observing isolation procedures. Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection and maintaining daily tallies of collections performed. Maintains quality results by following department procedures and testing schedule, recording results in EMR, and identifying and reporting needed changes. Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations. Resolves unusual test orders by contacting the physician, nurse practitioner, RN or paramedic referring unresolved orders back to the originator for further clarification, and notifying supervisor of unresolved orders immediately. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations. Serves and protects Global Employee Health by adhering to professional standards, institutional policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements. Reassures patients who are nervous about sampling procedures and applies dressings to wounds created by blood draws. Documents all specimen collection in EMR. Retrieves and reviews the test results on a daily basis, scans results to EMR. Immediately escalates critical results to NP/MD via face to face discussion with clinician on duty. Maintains an organized and clean workspace
Worksite address
west point, PA, 19486, US
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