Performs venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens according to Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
Exhibits knowledge of adequate and correct collection requirements.
Performs accessioning procedures appropriately and accurately to ensure positive identification of the specimens.
Safely handles potentially infectious blood, body fluids, body tissues, and other patient specimens in compliance with regulatory standards.
Assesses suitability and acceptability of patient specimens. Rejects unacceptable specimens according to established protocols.
Matches order information with specimen information to ensure accuracy and patient safety.
Recognizes and resolves discrepancies as appropriate.
Troubleshoots missing specimens and other preanalytical errors including courier log review, and specimen archives.
Accessions and results according to procedure via appropriate computer application.
Correctly assign billing numbers, location codes, and physician numbers.
Verifies physician orders when test requests are unclear.
Phlebotomy Technician Lab Assistant II Assesses, accessions, and processes patient specimens in preparation for testing in the various sections of Laboratory Medicine. They are responsible and accountable for performing a wide range of tasks to provide a specimen of the highest analytical quality for testing and accurate information for the system and medical laboratories' clients. They can independently perform venipunctures and skin punctures on all age groups, from neonates through adults. They will obtain blood specimens, process specimens for analysis, utilize the appropriate computer systems to register patients, facilitate billing, and perform overall specimen accessioning and processing. Phlebotomy Technician Lab Assistant II will have interpersonal communication ability to explain the blood drawing process and to show a comforting attitude toward patients. Phlebotomy Technician Lab Assistant II will provide support for technical duties where they receive training and competency.
Prepares specimens as appropriate including centrifugation, aliquoting, and labeling.
Delivers prepared specimens to appropriate testing areas in a timely manner.
Navigates and accesses multiple computer applications as needed. Applies laboratory programs to store specimens and to locate, retrieve, and process specimens for additional testing as requested.
Maintains computer logs, quality control, disinfection procedures, and departmental assigned duties.
Manages phone inquiries and provides information regarding specimen collection, transport, and patient results as appropriate.
Assists in the training and orientation of new employees.
Assists with packaging ordering and referral of specimens to reference laboratories in compliance with U.S. Department of Transportation and commercial carrier regulations as required.
Maintains equipment, participates in established preventative maintenance program, and alerts supervisor of any equipment problems.
Assists in proper handling, storage, and maintenance of supplies, and notifies supervisor when inventory is low.
As appropriate in addition to point of care testing, record keeping and instrument maintenance, performs other testing processes limited to the scope of the assigned duties. Completes related training and maintains competency to perform assigned testing processes.
Provides phlebotomy coverage as required to Medical Group offices, skilled nursing facilities, or performs in-home phlebotomy for homebound patients.
Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency exams required.
Completes departmental continuing education requirements.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
One of the following is required upon hire:
Geisinger Bloomsburg Hospital (GBH)
Full Time
Rotation. Every other weekend and holiday rotation
$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS
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