JGH-Clerk-Phlebotomist

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Provides. clerical and receptionist services for the laboratory department. Collects blood from patient, checks quality of blood, and assumes responsibility for safety and comfort of patient, following established standards and practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. Completion of an approved phlebotomy training course, or demonstrated experience as a phlebotomist.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Keeps detailed records of all tests performed,verify physician orders by reviewing charts and notify patient and physician of any tests requiring recollection.
2. Sorts reports by physician, and fax or mail the reports to all persons authorized to receive such information. Documents all actions with the time, fax number and confirmation verification for all reports faxed. Sends a copy of Pathology and Reference Lab reports to medical records and tophysicians.
3. Follows-up on any outstanding Pathology or Reference Lab test to verify if testing has been completed and if so, request that a report be sent.
4. Files all work done in the laboratory — Pathologyand Reference Lab reports.
5. Cares for and maintain supplies, equipment and work area. Requisition supplies and equipment. Alerts supervisor to defective equipment and supplies.
6. Collects blood and urine samples from patients as directed.Properly identify all patients and specimens through the use of two, unique patient identifiers and non-passive, verbal verification by patient, when possible.
7. Verifies physician orders before collection of specimens to avoid duplicate venipunctures.
8. Provides appropriate care utilizing knowledge and skill according to the age of thepatient — neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric.
9. Assesses data reflective of the patients status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to age specific needs. Provides the care needed as described in the departments policies and procedures.
10. Assists in the care of patient prior to, during, and after collection.
11. Performs courier duties for on-campus physicians.
12. Collects specimens at health fairs, nursing homes, and outreach services.

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Heavy/Hard work: Work requires stamina, moving, stooping, bending, reaching, standing, pushing (cart), lifting and loading supplies (onto the cart) and walking.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:24

Shift: Varied (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt:United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:JAX Jackson General Hospital

Cost Center:103 JAX Clinical Labs Phlebotomy Reference… For full info follow application link.