Phlebotomist/Receptionist

Performs phlebotomy, clerical and assistant functions in the Laboratory Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs venipunctures and skin punctures per established protocols.
• Documents all tests ordered in the LIS.
• Answers the telephone promptly and courteously.
• Files reports.
• Obtains missing physician signatures.
• Sorts out lab reports and delivers to appropriate locations.
• Orders central and office supply items.
• Stocks shelves and phlebotomy baskets as needed.
• Logs and packages pathology specimens for transport.
• Performs pathology charges.
• Follows universal precautions and all other safety and health policies.
• Recognizes and reports all patient and employee safety issues.
• Maintains educational training/professional development and competency.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Attends pertinent in-services to effectively perform job duties.
• Completes all required in-services on RELIAS.
• Maintains a professional and friendly demeanor with patients and hospital staff.
• Maintains the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of our patients.
• Performs such related duties not listed herein but deemed in the best interest of the hospital.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• High school education is required, or equivalent.
• Experience and Phlebotomy Certification are preferred.
• If a course has not been completed, the applicant will participate in a phlebotomy class (online) by getting into the next available class after the hire date and completing the course within 6 months of hire while participating in on-the-job training. The hospital will finance the course with a one-year contract.

WORKER TRAITS:

• Finger dexterity required to manipulate small objects, such as test tubes and microscope slides during cleaning and sterilization duties.
• Clerical perception is necessary to sort and file reports and records and to avoid errors in transposition when posting information from one record to another.
• Verbal ability is necessary for reading comprehension in filing or when answering the telephone.