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Phlebotomist- Laboratory at WorkSource Oregon
Last updated: August 24, 2024
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| Title | Phlebotomist- Laboratory |
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| Company | WorkSource Oregon |
| Location | John Day, OR |
| Description |
The phlebotomist performs venipuncture techniques to obtain quality blood samples from patients and prepares those specimens for medical testing. The phlebotomist has direct contact with patients and must create an atmosphere of trust and confidence while explaining procedures and drawing blood specimens in a skillful, safe and accurate manner. Phlebotomists prepare blood samples following strict safety precautions. A phlebotomist must work well under pressure and be sensitive to confidentiality and accuracy in recording a patient's blood history. Required: High school diploma or GED. Completion of approved Phlebotomy Technician Program or three months on the job phlebotomy training or experience in a clinical setting. Preferred: * 1 year of phlebotomy related experience. * Successful completion of a nationally accredited phlebotomy or medical assistant training program. * Successful completion of an internship while actively enrolled in and progressing through a nationally accredited phlebotomy or medical assistant training program. * Knowledge of specimen handling and collection requirements, general laboratory workflow, and basic medical terminology. * Certification (Certified Phlebotomy Technician (PBT), etc.) from a state or government agency or nationally recognized organization, eg. American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP),National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA). Duties: * Greet and welcome patients using AIDET methodologies, verifies patient identification, verifies tests ordered by the physician and checks specimen requirements before performing phlebotomy procedure.
evaluates suitability of the specimens, appropriately accepting or rejecting them according to laboratory policy. * Perform venipuncture or capillary collection of blood specimens using proper techniques, paying attention to the proper order of tube collection as well as labeling tubes in the patient's presence. * Assist in the processing of specimens; distributes paperwork and specimens to appropriate departments or according to the reference lab test directory for send-outs. * Use the lab computer system: order entry for patient testing, patient inquiries for finding specific patient results, adding tests on previously collected samples. * Restock and track inventory in the phlebotomy room and mobile blood drawing trays. * Collect samples for pre-employment, DOT and random urine samples for drug testing while maintaining chain of custody as required by specific order set. * Collect non-DOT and DOT breath alcohol samples testing while maintaining chain of custody as required by specific order set. * Collect Covid-19 specimens in-house and at the outdoor designated Covid-19 collection area. * Assist nursing staff with collections of ER, swing bed, and inpatients when necessary. Wage and Benefits: * Competitive pay depending on experience. * Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, AD & D, and Retirement match. |
| Citation |
United States Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration (DOLETA) Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED)
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