Phlebotomy Tech Cert- Greenville Memorial Hospital: Part Time, Nights
Company: Prisma Health
Location: Greenville
Posted on: November 19, 2023
Job Description:
Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job
Summary Collects specimens from patients and assumes responsibility
for the safety and comfort of patients, following established
standards and practices. Accessions samples into computer system
for accurate testing and billing and obtains signed documents as
needed. Reviews outstanding workload reports. Performs Point of
Care testing and sample processing if assigned.
Accountabilities
- Uses correct technique, policy, and protocol in collection and
process of all specimens. Verifies identification of patient and
specimen.\u00A0 Properly labels specimens with required
information. Uses correct alternate patient identification
procedures if hospital armband is not available (outpatient, use of
Typenex bracelets, etc.). \u00A010%
- Inputs and assesses information via the hospital and laboratory
computer systems accurately and timely. Reviews collection lists,
unreceived lists, tracking logs, and telephone log for completion
of work. Takes appropriate action as needed. \u00A0Instructs
patients on preparation or collection for tests ordered and
distributes collection containers when necessary.\u00A0 Organizes
and prioritizes tasks and uses time efficiently. \u00A010%
- Follows safety procedures and responds correctly and
immediately to safety violations and safety drills. Reports and
documents immediately personal exposure to hazardous or infectious
situations. Uses available PPE and safety equipment when needed;
disinfects equipment as required. \u00A0Assures patient safety is
maintained throughout collection/procedure and knows notification
process if patient has adverse reaction. Obeys all patient
precautions at bedside or noted on order.\u00A0 10%
- Processes specimens\u00A0 for testing including identifying,
sorting, aliquoting, centrifuging, and labeling specimens
appropriately. Assures proper storage and retention of all
specimens for their designated time. Packages and prepares
specimens for transport while maintaining appropriate specimen
temperature for stability. 10%
- Restocks an item in use, assuring its availability to the next
person/shift. Maintains work area in a clean, orderly manner.
Monitors expiration dates of all supplies and reagents and follows
established protocol. Participates in work unit action plans and
supports department based goals. Supports customer service, quality
and financial initiatives in a positive and productive manner.
\u00A010%
- Communicates\u00A0 with patients and guests in a timely and
courteous manner. Uses positive interpersonal skills in all patient
/customer interactions. Receives incoming calls, documents incoming
requests for blood collection or other information, and coordinates
collections as needed. Communicates pertinent information to other
team members using approved communication methods.
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A010%
- Performs account registrations and orders tests in multiple
laboratory systems in a timely manner. Collects appropriate
consents for preauthorizations and Advanced Beneficiary Notice as
required.\u00A0 Completes clerical duties such as scanning of all
relative patient data and tracking monthly workload performance.
Records orders for lab tests and accurately provides appropriate
reports to proper personnel according to compliance
regulations.\u00A0 Communicates with and faxes information to
physician offices concerning orders or billing information.
Dispatches or arranges couriers for pickup. Floats to multiple
client locations and patient service centers.10%
- Performs POC testing accurately if assigned, using established
protocol and QC. Notifies appropriate caregiver of critical values.
\u00A010%
- Instructs new employees and students in procedure, technique
and theory as assigned and documents proficiency on
checklist.\u00A0 Informs appropriate person of problems noted in an
individual\u2019s training process. 10%
- Completes all required 6-month and annual competencies in
required time frame with documentation in personnel
file.\u2002Completes required training for age specific patients.
Participates in Continuing Education (CE) program annually
.\u00A010% Supervisory/Management Responsibilities N/A Minimum
Requirements High School diploma or equivalent 3 Month phlebotomy
certificate program In Lieu Of In Lieu of the education and
experience requirements noted above, previous phlebotomy experience
\u00A0or training in formal programs which include phlebotomy are
qualified as candidates Required Certifications, Registrations,
Licenses \u00A0PBT(ASCP) - American Society of Clinical Pathology
(OR) RPT(AMT) - American Medical Technologist (OR) CPT(ASPT) -
American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (OR) CPT(NHA) - National
Healthcareer Association (OR) CPT(ACA) - American Certification
Agency for Healthcare Professionals (OR) CPT(NCCT) - National
Center for Competency Testing (OR) CPT(NPCE) - National Phlebotomy
Certification Examination (OR) CPT (NPA) - National Phlebotomy
Association (OR) CPT (NAPT) - National Association of Phlebotomy
Technicians (OR) CPT(NHCO) - National Healthcare Certification
Organization Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Knowledge of
general phlebotomy equipment Interpersonal and Communication skills
Previous experience if no formal training Basic computer skills
Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier) Data entry telephone
proof-read documents Effective at Data Conversion Work Shift Night
(United States of America) Location Greenville Memorial Med Campus
Facility 1008 Greenville Memorial Hospital Department 10087022
Laboratory-Phlebotomy Share your talent with us! Our vision is
simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities
we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented
individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.
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