Phlebotomist
Summit Health and CityMD
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Posted 10 months ago
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Job Type(s)
Full Time
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Industry
Healthcare
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Job Description
Phlebotomist
Career opportunities at VillageMD and our operating companies
Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying the complexities of health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.
And now were proud to say were part of the VillageMD family.
VillageMD, through its operating companies, provides high-quality, accessible health care services for individuals and communities across the United States, with primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serving patients in traditional practice settings, in patients homes and online appointments.
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Were reimagining health care with a primary care-led, value-based care model. Here, you will be part of a team delivering the care we want to see in the world. It is what drives us to knock down old barriers in health care because every patient, every person and every community deserves better care. Here, you will be at the centerof our mission. Your voice will be heard, and you will feel empowered to dowhats best and right for our patients, communities, and each other. To learn more about VillageMD visit our corporate siteVillageMD.com.
Job Description
This is a Full Time Certified Phlebotomist position: Monday - Friday, 9:30am - 6pm with rotating weekends
Essential Job functions:
- Uses appropriate aseptic technique to draw blood cultures.
- Processes Stat specimens according to Summit Health SOP.
- Prepares collection containers with appropriate preservatives for patients and gives instructions for proper collection of specimens at home (Urine & Stool). Properly measures and records a volume for a 24-hr collection.
- Properly collects a COC Urine Drug Screen.
- Properly administers and collects a H. pylori Breath test.
- Properly handles orders on minors.
- Uses the correct procedure for completing paperwork and labeling of specimen for OVH Blood Bank specimens.
- Processes satellite specimens and delivers them to the appropriate department.
- Monitors inventory levels and follows appropriate protocol for replenishing supplies in phlebotomy room and storage area.
- Deletes/cancels orders as necessary with full documentation of reason. Ensures proper patient charge deletion according to departmental policy.
- Recalls patients for follow-up procedures or error correction as required. Documents callbacks in the lab logbook.
- Utilizes LIS for all applicable functions to perform job duties, including downtime procedures.
- Adapts work schedule to meet emergency staffing needs.
- Required Competencies:
- Demonstrates competency in all areas of adult phlebotomy*
- Demonstrates competency in all areas of pediatric phlebotomy*
- Demonstrates competency in all areas of infant phlebotomy*
- Demonstrates competency in performing skin punctures*
- Demonstrates competency in performing bleeding times including entering the result in the LIS and the logbook.
- *Includes: Correct Order of Draw for multiple tube collection, using good judgment in evaluating specimens using established protocol, and demonstrating application of an adequate bandage to puncture site with explanation of puncture site care to patient.
General Job functions:
- Properly check-in a patient in a satellite lab, including arriving the patient on the day-list.
- Properly process lab and office collected specimens for transport to the main lab by courier.
- Contact a courier for a Stat pickup in a satellite office.
- Properly perform, log, and enter a result for a Rapid Strep and or Hemoccult test in the LIS. Notifies physician of critical (positive) result.
- Trains new staff in proper lab policies and procedures.
- Other job duties as required.
Physical Job Requirements:
- Endurance(e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking)
Environmental Risks:
- Sharps
- Latex
- Combative Patients / Visitors
Blood-borne Pathogens:
- Exposure to infectious hazards, blood, body fluids, non-intact skin or tissue specimens.
- Contact with patients or patient specimens is possible.
- Unplanned or unexpected exposure.
Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 2 years of phlebotomy experience required and drug screen collection preferred.
- Has the ability to perform all testing required at our satellite locations.
- Phlebotomy Technician Certification through the National Health Career Association (NHA) preferred; may be required for specific locations based on operational needs.
- CLA Certificate preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, HIPAA guidelines and laboratory requirements to include skills in phlebotomy techniques with adult, pediatric, and geriatric patients, computer/data entry skills and phone etiquette are required.
- Attention to detail, ability to critically think, multitask, and maintain accuracy during periods of frequent interruptions in a fast-paced environment.
- Consistently demonstrate the ability to communicate in a clear and effective manner and read/follow procedures accurately.
Travel:
- Travel to satellite locations as needed.
Total Rewards at VillageMD
Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMDs benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.
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Candidate Profile
Qualification High School