Trinity Health Corporation
Trinity Health Corporation is hiring: Phlebotomist/Processor PT in Mason City
Trinity Health Corporation, Mason City, IA, US
Employment Type: Part time Shift: Evening Shift Description: Completes send-out process for specimens referred to outside reference laboratories, retrieves specimens from storage for add-on testing or other needs, and aliquots specimens for in-house and send-out tests. Cross-trained to cover areas of client services and phlebotomy.
- Prepares specimens to be sent to reference laboratories, places orders electronically or completes the proper test requisition, and maintains record of all specimens sent to outside laboratories.
- Completes batch list and packages Mayo reference lab specimens daily.
- Manages problems related to reference lab specimens including but not limited to taking calls from the reference lab related to specimen acceptability and contacting clients for additional information.
- Assists phlebotomy staff with specimen collections, as needed, following standard work practices including use of the phlebotomy cart and ability to ride in an elevator.
- Accurately identifies patients prior to collection of specimens using two patient identifiers as established by hospital/laboratory policy. After collection and in the presence of the patient, accurately labels specimens following established hospital/laboratory policy.
- Follows and understands downtime procedures when any or all of the computer systems are down that affect laboratory orders.
- Operates computer equipment and software programs relative to performance of essential job functions and other laboratory related requirements.
- Serves as a steward for the hospital's human and material resources. Meets productivity expectations of the unit/department. Utilizes and maintains appropriate supplies in lab section, including kits required for tests referred to outside laboratories.
- Retrieves specimens from storage for additional testing following standard work processes for the specimen retrieval system.
- Performs all duties and responsibilities as outlined in CLIA regulations.
- Provides competent patient care to the above indicated patient populations by obtaining and appropriately interpreting data, making appropriate decisions based on demonstrated knowledge of age-specific growth and development, and appropriately adapting procedures and treatments.
- Communicates with and performs duties following MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center Guiding Behaviors.
- Supports and abides by all medical center, departmental, and safety policies and procedures. Proactively identifies safety concerns surrounding the work environment.
- Acts in a professional manner reflecting the mission, philosophy and values of MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center and the Sisters of Mercy.
- Performs other responsibilities as requested by manager or department head.
- Cross-trained to cover client services functions and phlebotomy.
- Cross-trained to cover on-campus lab courier specimen pick-ups and delivery of supplies following established courier run and standard work practices.
- High School education is required.
- Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program or Higher degree, ie AA, BS, BA in the medical field is preferred. Educational transcript required for verification.