POSITION SUMMARY
The Phlebotomy Technician performs specimen collection and processing in compliance with regulatory requirements, policy and procedures, and the TCRHCC’s goal of providing quality patient care. The position is located in a laboratory that provides services in a hospital and clinical setting.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Follows the established policy, processes and procedures for specimen collection, handling and processing, and maintaining records of patient results.
a. Successfully performs phlebotomy on a range of patients including, neonates, special needs and geriatric patients.
b. Specimen processing and preparation including reference laboratory specimen preparation and shipping.
2. Performs basic point of care testing (i.e., influenza testing, pregnancy testing, etc.) under the general supervision of certified testing personnel. Performs and documents Corrective Actions when test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable level of performance.
3. Adheres to the Quality Control policies and documenting all Quality Control activities when performing point of care test analysis.
4. Performs proficiency testing for point of care testing and document attestation that proficiency testing samples are tested according to protocol(s); to determine the performance of individual laboratories for specific tests and to monitor laboratories’ continuing performance.
5. Maintains inventory control to assure adequate supplies and reagents needed for laboratory operation(s).
6. Actively participates in the maintenance of Laboratory Accreditation by adhering to standards in safety, performance improvement, document control, quality assurance, proficiency and competency.
7. Develops and maintains working relationship with the Medical and Nursing staff regarding the processing and collection of specimens.
8. Participates in Continuing Education by attending department meetings and in-services as directed by the Director of Laboratory Services.
9. Responsible for electronic health records data entry pertinent to patient service role.
10. Performs other job-related duties as assigned including clerical duties.
MENTAL AND PHYSICAL EFFORT
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical:
Work requires long periods of regular and recurring standing, walking, bending, and lifting of objects up to 30 lbs; may be required to work additional hours to maintain patient care.
Mental:
Must be able to prioritize and use good judgment. Immediate response to telephone requests, verbal requests. Mental attention and assertiveness are required at all times. The ability and willingness to learn new information is an expectation.
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