Health Technician - Phlebotomist (Specimen Collection and Processing)

Health Technician - Phlebotomist (Specimen Collection and Processing)

PD07332A

Work Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30 pm. Monday- Friday with alternating weekends and Holidays, subject to change based on the needs of the facility. NOTE: Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement, with various work schedules assigned based on the staffing needs of the Specimen Collection and Specimen Processing section. Potential additional tours include 9:30am -6:00pm, 10:30am-7:00pm, 6:00am-2:30pm, or 6:30am -3:00pm. Shifts will be discussed during interview.

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Duties

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• Draws blood from patients for requested laboratory tests, while observing the proper order of the draw.
• Verifies patient identity using 2 unique identifiers.
• Labels all tubes per protocol in front of the patient and verifies correct labeling by confirming label with the patient.
• Assures proper tubes are used, and that the correct amount of blood is drawn.
• Processes samples for analysis and/or dispatch to reference laboratories, ensuring the physiologic state of the specimen is maintained.
• Advises other laboratory personnel or healthcare workers on appropriate collection and handling of specimens.
• Verifies correct instrument operation using established procedures and quality control checks (such as centrifuges).
• Maintains courteous interactions with all patients and staff, addressing situations promptly as they arise.
• Performs specialized patient sample collections per individual laboratory requirements such as Blood Culture, Blood Bank Specimen Verification, and other specialized sample collections.
• Treats adverse reactions to phlebotomy.
• Adheres to established protocols ensuring correct patient identification and sample collection, including age and patient safety criteria.
• Advises patients in the proper collection, storage and transport of self collected samples.
• Identifies quality control variations and initiates corrective action to correct the problem within established guidelines.
• Performs daily quality control to assure reagents, equipment and temperatures are within recommended guidelines.
• Performs laboratory upkeep duties such as light housekeeping duties ensuring laboratory cleanliness and stocking supplies.
• Adheres to safety, infection control, Universal Precautions and HIPAA standards at all times.
• Packages specimens for shipment in accordance with Department of Transportation guidelines.