PHLEBOTOMIST - LABORATORY
Location: Wichita, Kansas
Description: Via Christi Health is employing PHLEBOTOMIST - LABORATORY right now, this job will be placed in Kansas. More details about this job opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Job Title: : PHLEBOTOMIST Job Code : 20130Shift : 8 Hour Day Shift Employment Status : PRN/Per Diem Average Hours per Week : 0 Category : Laboratory ServicesJOB DESCRIPTION:SCHEDULE: PRN M-FVia Christi Health's rich history of serving the people of Kansas and the surrounding region dates back more than 100 years to the healing ministries of our founding congregations. Today, Via Christi Health is the largest provider of health care services in Kansas.Position Summary:A phlebotomist is an integral member of the medical laboratory team whose primary function is the collection of blood samples from patients. In addition the phlebotomist may also collect urines for several reasons, throat swabs, do bleeding times and TB skin tests. The phlebotomist facilitates the collection and transportation of laboratory specimens and is often the patients only contact with the medical laboratory.
The need to assure quality and patient safety mandates strict professional behavior and standards of practice for these practitioners.The Phlebotomy position is divided into three levels depending upon the skill sets particular to that skill level.Key Responsibilities/Essential Functions: Collects blood specimens from patients, following established venipuncture, arterial or skin puncture procedures. Collects specimens using appropriate methods and equipment. Prepares and transports specimens to the laboratory in a timely manner, ensuring specimen integrity. Specimen integrity is maintained through accurate collection, centrifugation, aliquotting, storage, and dispatch to the appropriate testing location in a timely manner.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide age appropriate care as described in the departments policy and procedure manual. Improves patient safety in the delivery of health care by understanding and applying the patient safety goals. Diligently maintain compliance with all regulatory, accrediting agency requirements. Accurately and consistently verifies and records identity of patient and accurately labels all specimens correctly according to department policy.
Utilizes basic knowledge of human anatomy/physiology to reduce injury risk to patient. May perform other duties as assigned or requested.Identified Skill Set:Phlebotomist Performs venipuncture to adults and pediatrics. Performs finger and/or heel sticks to adults and/or pediatrics. Responds to request for a Rapid response patient.
Accurately identifies patient 100% of the time. Determines difficulty of the draw and most appropriate selection of site for venipuncture. Demonstrates knowledge of collection tubes and application of the various anticoagulants used for lab testing. Performs venipuncture using a syringe, butterfly or vacutainer, based on site selection.
Shows proficiency and competence in performing the sterile collection of blood cultures.JOB REQUIREMENTS:Qualifications:Education and/or Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Experience preferred.Behavioral Skills A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Via Christi Health. Be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Be able to effectively analyze situations and make good decisions in the absence of management.
Must display good verbal and written communication skills, and be able to professionally receive and follow oral instructions. Technical Skills Basic Computer Skills.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Phlebotomy Certification is encouraged.Physical Requirements:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequently required to stand.
Constantly able to use hands and fingers to perform simple and fine motor handling tasks, such as pinching and manipulating while pushing syringes, and handling intricate medical equipment. Frequently able to use different types of visual perceptions for evaluating patients, reading patient and product identifiers, and reading computer screens. Occasionally performs activities that require stooping, bending and reaching, squatting, balancing, and trunk twisting throughout the day. Constantly able to communicate verbally and in written form.
Frequently required to carry or lift items weighing up to 20 pounds. Occasionally required to carry or lift items weighing up to 25 pounds for short distances. Frequently able to detect and discern both loud and soft sounds such as phone calls and customer questions. Frequently able to use near vision for viewing computer monitor and written materials.
Occasionally required to detect unusual odors that could indicate environmental issues.Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequenting exposed to blood, body fluids, fumes, or airborne particles, and sharp objects potentially contaminated with blood borne pathogens or other infectious agents. Normal medical office laboratory setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Position Scope/Patient Population: This position has direct patient contact that provides care to (select all that apply: neonate, newborn, children, adolescent, adult, and geriatric).Via Christi Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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This job will be opened on: Wed, 22 Aug 2012 22:38:00 GMT
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