Phlebotomy Technician - Day Shift - Union Hospital - - Elkton Maryland

Company: ChristianaCare
Location: Elkton, Maryland
Posted On: 05/03/2024

ChristianaCare is recruiting for a Phlebotomy Technician to work full time in the Union Hospital Outpatient Lab, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; every 3rd Saturday 8am -12pm; no holidays.As a Phlebotomy Technician, you will perform venipunctures and capillary punctures to obtain blood for testing.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs successful venipuncture, micro-procedure and bleeding times using established procedures on adult and pediatric patients
• Performs successful heel sticks, using established procedures, on neonates and infants
• Follows established procedures for proper identification of patients, greeting all patients in a courteous manner introducing self and calling patient by name
• Properly labels and processes patient specimens prior to arrival in clinical laboratory
• Proper transport of specimens to the laboratory
• Interprets physician's oral and written test orders in an accurate manner
• Follows-up with physician's office to clarify any confusion or question, including resolution of any medical necessity and/or diagnosis issues
• Performs proper specimen management and documents all variances appropriately
• Demonstrates effective knowledge and care of all technology related to blood collection duties and job functions
• Does inventory and stocks supplies and ensuring proper expiration dates
• Handles all telephone requests in a courteous manner documenting the call
• Maintains daily log sheets
• Rotates working schedule as needed within UHCC
• Attends departmental staff and inservice meetings, as required, and reviews meeting minutes if not in attendanceEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
  • High school diploma required
  • Phlebotomy experience preferred, including phlebotomy procedures, venipuncture, finger and heel sticks, venous and capillary blood gases
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Knowledge of infection control techniques and procedures
  • Skill in the use of phlebotomy technical devices More...

        

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