Role Overview: This position involves collecting and processing biological specimens across various healthcare settings, including hospitals, patient service centers, and mobile units. The role includes specimen collection, proper documentation, sample preparation, and ensuring specimen integrity while adhering to regulatory, departmental, and professional standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform specimen collection, processing, and referral laboratory tasks ensuring correct patient and specimen identification.
- Accurately enter and verify patient data, tests requested, clinical information, and specimen details into the computer system.
- Prepare, aliquot, label specimens, and deliver them for analysis, maintaining quality and accuracy.
- Follow established procedures, document communications, and participate in quality assurance activities.
- Contribute to departmental financial responsibilities by managing supplies efficiently and supporting cost-reduction initiatives.
- Provide courteous and professional communication with internal and external customers, supporting teamwork and customer service.
- Respect patient privacy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Qualifications & Skills:
- High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a phlebotomy program and certification as per state requirements.
- Minimum age of 18; valid driver’s license and ability to travel between locations.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and computer literacy.
- Effective communication, maturity, responsibility, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work in various environments, lift up to 25 pounds, and follow safety protocols.
- Preferred: Bilingual skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and additional related education or experience.
Additional Notes: This role requires flexibility to cover multiple locations, work various shifts, and potentially handle on-call duties. Advancement opportunities depend on meeting career ladder requirements.