Phlebotomist Job at Tucson Medical Center (Tucson)

Job Description

Collects blood specimens and maintains the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test being performed. Processes, labels and distributes specimens for testing.

Job Responsibility

Properly identifies patient before obtaining specimen and labels the samples subsequent to the collection in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures
Performs any laboratory procedures, which must be accomplished at the time of collection
Transports patients’ specimens to the laboratory, or makes arrangements for delivery of specimens to the laboratory in a timely manner
Keys and verifies computer input data, assigns identification numbers, and produces specimen collection lists/labels and other computer reports
Legibly documents failure-to-draw reasons according to laboratory policies and procedures
Processes and delivers specimens received in the laboratory to the proper sections for analysis
Resolves routine problems related to specimen collection and specimen processing
Consults reference manuals to ensure specimens are properly packaged for send out
Coordinates the dispatch log and courier requests for specimens being sent to outside laboratories
Uses lab computer system to enter and retrieve pertinent patient information
Consults with medical staff and other health care providers on matters relating to laboratory services
Answers telephones, routes callers, takes messages and provides information to callers
Sets up, calibrates, cleans and performs routine maintenance on laboratory centrifuges
Operates a personal computer, calculator, FAX machine, copy machine or related office machinery in performing assigned duties
Requests and orders supplies as necessary to keep materials on hand at all times
Assists in training new personnel in accordance with laboratory and phlebotomy department policies and procedures
Adheres to TMC organizational and department-specific safety, confidentiality, values policies and standards
Performs related duties as assigned

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
Six (6) months of experience collecting blood specimens
Knowledge of the proper collection of blood specimens and proper chain of custody to ensure integrity of the specimens
Skill in the collection of blood specimens
Skill in organizing labels and work to ensure timely completion of tasks
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to complete routine reports and correspondence
Ability to listen and accurately interpret others’ communication or instructions to take appropriate action
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

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