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Phlebotomist - Laboratory - UH Truman Medical Center

Performs phlebotomy procedures, provides timely test ordering, schedules tests and conducts test procedures. Works directly with the Support Service Supervisor to facilitate work flow of Outpatient Laboratory area. Cleans laboratory equipment as necessary and assists in clerical duties of the department, such as answering phones and ordering supplies. Responsible for general and specific duties as outlined below depending on specific job assignment. May perform duties of Laboratory Information Processing Specialist (PCN 0106). Performs duties in an independent manner with little or no direct supervision. See Addendum specific to staff selected for the Phlebotomy Training Program.

Specific Factors Influencing the Position

• Variation in workload
• Occupational exposure to blood and other potential infectious material
• Maintains flexibility of time to respond to STAT requests and flexibility in schedule to complete assigned tasks within time frame
• Requires extensive detail work on a regular basis in processing specimens and drawing patients

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Detailed knowledge of clerical and office practices, knowledge of computer and troubleshooting
• Good organizational abilities, time management and priority setting
• Verbal communication skills required to explain procedures to patients
• Knowledge of human development process and ability to work effectively with patients of all ages required
• Writing skills required to maintain various records
• Ability to order tests and/or test results on a computer terminal required
• Must have physical ability to walk long distances for long periods of time, lean across the bedside to draw blood, or to push a cart
• Must be able to carry a phlebotomy tray and lift and carry a filled gallon bottle
• Must be able to work weekend, holidays, and rotate various shifts, if needed
• Good working knowledge of hospital functions, working knowledge of good supervisory practices, laboratory support functions, and adult learning principles and teaching techniques

Preferred

• Certification in phlebotomy and course in medical terminology preferred

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