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Lab Tech Assistant PRN
AdventHealth Waterman
Location Address: 1000 Waterman Way, Tavares FL 32778
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You will be responsible for:
• Follows established procedures for patient and specimen identification.
• Appropriately performs basic and specialize phlebotomy techniques to obtain specimens; collects and handles specimens in manner consistent with specific test requirements.
• Receives specimens from outside clients, in house deliveries and pneumatic tube system; checks specimens against order for correctness; records receipt in LIS system; attaches laboratory labels and delivers specimens to appropriate laboratory area.
• Performs special phlebotomy techniques including but not limited to: Blood Culture, infant venipuncture, PKU, butterfly, syringe, heelstick and fingerstick collections.
• Observes and adheres to established infection control policies, including, but not limited to: the mandatory use of gloves and appropriate outerwear, hand washing techniques and other universal precautions.
• Identifies specimen, labeling and/or requisition problems that may adversely affect test performance and the correct reporting of test results prior to delivery of the specimen to the laboratory department; corrects problem or notifies appropriate technologist/supervisor if the problem cannot be resolved.
• Follows up on order or specimen problems with the floor, physician offices and outreach customers as directed by the technical staff; completes variance report when appropriate.
• Uses LIS in specimen receipt, collection verification, ordering/canceling of tests, modification of LIS orders and inquiry functions; provides proper documentation when appropriate.
• Able to operate and assist in maintaining hospital vehicles (including appropriate use of gas credit cards for fueling and car washes); provide personal vehicle for hospital use if needed (and receive mileage reimbursement); maintain safe driving record; uses appropriate sign out procedures for vehicles.
• Request supplies for specimen receiving, phlebotomy area and/or outreach area from the appropriate Lab or designee.
• Answers phone calls in a professional and customer service oriented manner; utilizes various telephone functions (i.e., hold, transfer) proficiently.
• Maintains regular dialog with Laboratory supervisory / managerial staff concerning quality, safety, and Standard of Behavior issues within the department and the facility.
• Demonstrates commitment to all department and corporate compliance policies, watches for potential problems, relays concerns to Director/Compliance Officer. Demonstrates commitment to appropriate behavior and is familiar with reporting mechanism.
• Performs clerical functions including filing, generating reports, faxing, etc.
• Assists in stocking store room and work areas with supplies of varying weight and size.
• Participates in laboratory and/or hospital Quality Improvement Activities.
• Assists in training new employees.
• Demonstrate ability to accept and facilitate change.
• Other duties as assigned.
What You Will Need:
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Must have good driving record and valid Florida driver’s license.
• Computer knowledge
• Must be proficient in the English language.
• Good attendance record
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
• High school graduate (or equivalent) required.
• Graduate from an approved phlebotomy school.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
• Prior medical experience or training preferred.
• One year phlebotomy experience preferred.
Job Summary:
Responsible for drawing quality blood samples from patients and responsible for processing specimens prior to medical testing.