Sr Phlebotomist - Hazelwood, MO

A Sr Phlebotomist serves patients by identifying the best method for retrieving blood; preparing specimens for laboratory testing; and performing screening procedures.

Responsibilities

Verifies test requisitions by comparing information with nursing station log; Verifies patient by reading patient identification; Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks; Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures; observing isolation procedures; Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection; maintaining daily tallies of collections performed; Maintains quality results by following department procedures and testing schedule; recording results in the quality-control log; identifying and reporting needed changes; Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations; Resolves unusual test orders by contacting the physician, pathologist, nursing station, or reference laboratory; Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; Enhances phlebotomy department and hospital reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; Works with PHI on a regular basis; Completes training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy; Maintains current status on Natera training requirements; Logistical management/printing of patient reports; Billing question answering/triaging and follow-up with patients; Scheduling pick ups from courier services - FedEx or Medspeed.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of phlebotomy experience; High School Diploma (or equivalent) required; Phlebotomy Certificate (if required by State); Ability to serve and protect the hospital community by adhering to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and JCAHO standards.

Nice to have

BS/BA degree (preferred)

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents; Free testing for Natera employees and their immediate families; Fertility care benefits; Pregnancy and baby bonding leave; 401k benefits; Commuter benefits; Generous employee referral program