Actalent
Shift - Evenings and Nights: 1pm-9:30pm; 9pm-5:30am 40 Hours No weekend Rotation, No on-call Job Description As a Phlebotomist, you will be responsible for registering and ordering specimens received from clients into EPIC & SunQuest. You will ensure accurate entry of patient data and test information, generate barcode labels, and manage specimen tracking efficiently. This role requires excellent communication skills to respond to inquiries, resolve identification issues, and handle specimens with care, adhering to safety protocols. Responsibilities
- Receive, verify, and enter patient and test information into EPIC & SunQuest according to policy.
- Generate barcode labels and label specimens accurately.
- Print outstanding specimen lists and distribute them within the laboratory.
- File requisitions and maintain a safe working environment.
- Assist in training other personnel and troubleshoot outpatient requisitions as necessary.
- Perform other clinical laboratory assistant duties as directed by the lab supervisor.
- Photocopy requisitions for billing/compliance with ICD-10 coding and assist with billing inquiries.
- Perform phlebotomy on inpatient and outpatient populations following procedural policies.
- Monitor workflow using specimen trackers and ensure all tests are obtained in SunQuest.
- Resolve patient identification problems and communicate issues to care units.
- Follow standard precautions and wear PPE as indicated in the Safety Manual.
- Communicate with lead or supervisory personnel regarding any unusual problems.
- Receive specimens from couriers and verify count against manifests.
- Handle specimen collection labels, adding, canceling, and combining tests to minimize repeat venipunctures.
- Operate and troubleshoot pneumatic tube systems for specimen transport.
- Other duties as assigned.
- High school diploma and Phlebotomy certification
- Ability to perform venipuncture
- Experience using EPIC and SunQuest systems
- Dexterity to manipulate instrumentation
- Ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures
- Ability to communicate effectively with all laboratory clients
- Basic clerical/data entry skills preferred
- Excellent client relations skills required