What are the responsibilities and job description for the PHLEBOTOMIST position at Gila Regional Medical Center?
General Description
The Phlebotomist is responsible for Phlebotomy draws as well as a variety of secretarial duties. S/he obtains and processes specimens, answers phones, maintains physician orders, and enters accurate billing information into the computer system. Also assists in specimen processing area- processing specimens to be run in the laboratory and processing send out specimens. Entering send out specimens onto the reference laboratory ‘batch’ for submitting via the LIS
Essential Functions
- Performs Phlebotomy draws, including venipuncture, and heel and fingers sticks, in a timely manner.
- Performs therapeutic phlebotomy under the direction of the Medical Director/ Pathologist.
- Must submit and track 5 successful heel and finger sticks annually.
- Orders Lab work for physicians. Reviews physician orders for diagnosis and physician signature.
- Processes specimens for send out, including spinning, pouring off serum, plasma, urines and stabilizing per temperature requirements.
- Compiles monthly order statistics, ensuring up-to-date standing orders.
- Submits patient orders and insurance information to patient access for clinic and other outreach sites.
- Reviews orders to assure correct tests were placed into the LIS
- Answers phone, receives faxes, and distributes mail and patient reports.
- Completes quality variances in MEDITECH.
- Follows up on variances – phoning patients and / or providers for recollect or updated orders
- Serves as a preceptor for new Phlebotomists.
- Attends department meetings.
- Maintains working knowledge of current Laboratory Compliance and HIPAA regulations.
- Process specimens, spins ang packages specimens.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Education & TRAINING requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- ASCP registration preferred. If ASCP certified, must maintain valid certification.
- AHA BLS certification within 4 months of hire
- Phlebotomy training preferred
- Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
- Accurate typing skills
Note: Job description available upon request
**All required documents must be presented at time of hire.**
EXTERNAL APPLICANT: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
GRMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer