Overview

Collects blood/urine/swabs specimens from patients of all ages and processes specimens appropriately for delivery to testing department. Performs and results a variety of waived point-of-care testing including quality control. Interprets and inputs all laboratory orders into computer system for outpatient testing. Determines medical necessity and interprets orders that have a diagnosis that does not support the testing ordered

Qualifications

Education:

High School graduate or equivalent required.

Licensure/Certification/Registry:

ASCP Phlebotomy Certification preferred.

Experience:

Experience preferred.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Customer-service oriented.
• Good communication skills required.
• Basic medical terminology helpful.
• Strong typing and computer skills necessary.
• Ability to accurately follow directions and perform specific functions.
• May be exposed to potentially infectious diseases.

Responsibilities

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.