Client Office Phlebotomist-Part-time Days DD

This is a part-time, 24 hours per week, phlebotomy position located at a client site in Shelby Township, MI. Must be able to work Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 8am - 5pm.

Responsibilities

Performs phlebotomy and other lab specimen collections per age related standards; Provides appropriate post-phlebotomy patient care; Identifies need for patient medical assistance and call code as appropriate; Reviews/Records refrigerator temperature(s) and QC/QA records; Use manual requisitions and labels specimens appropriately; Label and process specimens according to establishes protocols and policies; Must effectively procure blood specimens from infant, adult, geriatric, and wheelchair bound patients; Must demonstrate competency for age related responsibilities; Understands the operation and maintenance of equipment pertinent to the job; Follows up with all outstanding orders on manifest log, and communicates all timed, completed or uncompleted draws/charges/results to the client office staff; Requests/obtains written physician orders and accurately orders laboratory tests in computer system(s); Prioritizes tasks and is able to multi-task; Performs and collects phlebotomy specimens within cost and maintains a less than 2 percent recollection or cancellation rate; Follows TJC National Patient Safety goals in regard to two patient identifiers and handwashing; Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance; Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers; Addresses questions and concerns promptly; Demonstrates teamwork by helping co-workers within and across departments; Communicates effectively with others and respects diverse opinions and styles; Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently; Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time; Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes and improve services; Communicates and notifies Laboratory and/or Physician of problems with specimen procurement; Provides follow up on test results to appropriate individuals in a professional and courteous manner; Continuously updated on information by reading emails and demonstrates compliance in MediaLab; Maintains a safe work environment and ensures an environment of patient safety; Adheres to all recommendations and requirements of the Lab and Hospital Safety Committee; Performs all aspects of patient care in a manner that optimizes patient safety; Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices; Performs clerical duties directly related to handling and processing of lab specimens; Performs clerical work; faxing, printing, filing, reviewing, and verbally releasing laboratory results; Initiates the meeting of responsibilities without prompting and can complete tasks independently; Demonstrates the values of team concept on a consistent basis; Interacts with all team members in a professional manner and aids/assists coworkers; Travel to additional sites when needed

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent; Phlebotomy certification through a nationally recognized organization or training from a phlebotomy school or medical institution or one or more years of phlebotomy experience in a healthcare setting; Must be able to work Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 8am - 5pm

Nice to have

Experience performing phlebotomy on a broad range of patient's types; Experience with processing lab specimens, transferring specimens, and handling a centrifuge; Familiar with medical EMR systems; Knowledge of medical terminology; Bilingual skills

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement; Loan forgiveness; 401(k) matching; Lifecycle benefits; Competitive benefits package