Phlebotomist - Hospital - Tulsa

Position Overview

The purpose of the position is to perform phlebotomist duties collecting and transporting specimens for testing and analysis; processing specimens, packing specimens for transportation, specimen tracking, and all related clerical functions and general clean-up tasks. Technical support and guidance are provided under the supervision of the laboratory manager. Hospital Phlebotomists must be competent in all tasks related to phlebotomy, processing, send-outs, ordering, and performing waived testing at their primary site – and must be able to assist as needed at other MCNDOH laboratories. They may also be trained to place specimens on automated analyzers (pre-analytic functions). A competent Hospital Phlebotomist must be able to train less experienced coworkers and assist in problem resolution including recollection of lab specimens, reporting to providers, and providing specimen collection information to healthcare workers, patients, and family members. Because MCNDOH hospital laboratories are staffed 24/7, the Hospital Phlebotomist may rotate holidays and work varied shifts as needed for patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomist duties obtaining specimens for laboratory analysis and testing, including arterial blood collections and collections from infants, children, and elderly patients.
• Performs clerical duties associated with laboratory reporting, including faxing results, delivering results to ordering providers, maintaining billing/coding logs, and other duties as assigned by the laboratory manager.
• Delivers specimens to other laboratories as a backup plan in case of equipment failure to ensure timely lab results.
• Demonstrates regular attendance.
• Provides administrative support to the laboratory manager.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.
• Maintains continuing education as required.
• Verifies lab reports in the laboratory information system and electronic health record.
• Assists laboratory assistants, technicians, or technologists in performing various chemical, serological, immunological, and bacteriological tests.
• Trains less experienced staff.
• Verifies waived testing results with minimal supervision.
• Assists with daily, weekly, and monthly reports as assigned.
• Recognizes appropriate specimens and rejects unacceptable ones prior to testing.
• Actively searches for additional duties and identifies performance improvement opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Education – High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Experience – Phlebotomy classes and 1 year of experience OR 18 months of experience as a phlebotomist are preferred but not required.
• Licenses & Certification – Eligible for certification in phlebotomy is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of medical and process lab terminology.
• Knowledge and ability in computer, reasoning, and language skills.
• Knowledge of procedures for appointing and routing patients in a clinical laboratory.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices.
• Skills in organizing and maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with patients, laboratory staff, other employees, and the general public, both orally and in writing, while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Ability to maintain a positive, helpful attitude and encourage teamwork.
• Ability to work under stress and function in emergency situations.
• Good communication skills, computer proficiency, and the ability to work with others as a team.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and compliance standards.
• Capability of working with biologic specimens in a safe manner.