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ST VINCENT HOSPITAL Lab Assistant in SHEBOYGAN, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: This position will work as needed Job Description and Essential Functions Job Title/Position: Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist Job Classification: Direct Patient Care / Hands-On Patient Care Date of Analysis: 6/5/13 Date of Revision/Review: 6/17/16, 07/2018, 06/2022 __________________________________________________________________________________________ Brief Description of Job Responsibilities: Perform venipuncture and capillary puncture on adult, neonatal and pediatric patient; assist in obtaining specimens from indwelling lines; instruct patients in all urine collection procedures and testing requirements; participate in education of students and new personnel; work with computer; communicate in a manner that promotes Clinic and laboratory professionalism as well as a comfortable experience for the patient. * Maintains patient confidentiality. * Utilizes safety & standard precautions during patient contact and when handling contaminated materials. * Prepares supplies to efficiently collect blood products and other specimens. * Performs venipuncture and capillary punctures with good technique and expediently on patients according to established protocol. * Performs laboratory reception duties including clerical functions, test ordering, and processing accurately and efficiently. * Process the test orders in the computer system, utilizing both Epic and Sunquest according to laboratory protocols. * Perform Point of care (POC) testing and result POC tests with accuracy in the laboratory information system. * Identifies patients and labels specimens accurately & according to policy. * Maintains knowledge regarding specimen test requirements and volumes for laboratory testing. * Seeks guidance and direction as necessary as this position requires some supervision in performance of duties. * Assists in care of patient prior to, during, and after collection. * Instructs patients on non-blood specimen collections including urine collection with proper completion of forms. * Knows how to prioritize STAT, urgent, and routine tests. * Cleans and maintains equipment and workspace in work area. * Inventories supplies for re-order. Orders and maintains supplies. * Attends required meetings. * Enhances professional growth and development through in-service meetings and education programs. * Maintains CPR certification and other required training. Specialized Responsibilities: Performance Requirements: * Positive & professional customer service attitude. * Excellent communication skills with patients and internal and external customers of the lab. * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees. * Good telephone etiquette. * Promote comfortable phlebotomy in a professional manner. * Possess information, skill, and... For full info follow application link. Prevea is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/715A1EF8B0864C64