Phlebotomist

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Obtains blood samples, as required from Hospital inpatients and outpatients. Performs a number of clerical duties as assigned. Ability to register patients into the HIS.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities

• 1. Phlebotomy

• 1.1 Uses proper patient identification and specimen labeling procedures according to Laboratory policy

Accessioning and receiving Specimens:

• 2.1 Accurately and timely receives specimens into the laboratory

• 1. Customer Service

• 3.1 Uses AIDET principles when performing phlebotomy and Demonstrates concerns for patient comfort and privacy

• 1. People

• 4.1 Interacts professionally with all members of the hospital staff

• 1. Problem solving

• 5.1 Reviews patient vouchers and registrations for accuracy and corrects them as indicated

• 1. Investigates and documents problems with unacceptable specimens

• 6.1 Accurately orders tests in the hospital and laboratory computer systems

• 1. Regulation Compliance

• 7.1 Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions and safety

• 1. Other duties

• 8.1 Responsible for cleanliness of courier vehicle if applicable

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

High school graduate or GED

EXPERIENCE:

Prior experience in phlebotomy.

LICENSURE

Certified or certified eligible with National Phlebotomy Association preferred.
Must have a current driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

YNHHS Requisition ID:

197022

• 1. Phlebotomy

• 1.1 Uses proper patient identification and specimen labeling procedures according to Laboratory policy

Accessioning and receiving Specimens:

• 2.1 Accurately and timely receives specimens into the laboratory

• 1. Customer Service

• 3.1 Uses AIDET principles when performing phlebotomy and Demonstrates concerns for patient comfort and privacy

• 1. People

• 4.1 Interacts professionally with all members of the hospital staff

• 1. Problem solving

• 5.1 Reviews patient vouchers and registrations for accuracy and corrects them as indicated

• 1. Investigates and documents problems with unacceptable specimens

• 6.1 Accurately orders tests in the hospital and laboratory computer systems

• 1. Regulation Compliance

• 7.1 Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions and safety

• 1. Other duties

• 8.1 Responsible for cleanliness of courier vehicle if applicable

EDUCATION:

High school graduate or GED

EXPERIENCE:

Prior experience in phlebotomy.

LICENSURE

Certified or certified eligible with National Phlebotomy Association preferred.
Must have a current driver's license and an acceptable driving record.