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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