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Western Missouri Medical Center is Hiring a Clerk Phlebotomist (Weekends) Near Warrensburg, MO
Clerk Phlebotomist (Weekends)
REPORTS TO: Director of Laboratory
DEPARTMENT: Laboratory
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Director or Laboratory, facilitates efficient work flow in the reception area, ensures patients are properly registered and have the appropriate doctor's orders, medical necessity and paperwork required, then enters the lab orders into the computer. They collect lab specimens from inpatients and outpatients, process lab reports, answer the telephone and support the general functions of the laboratory.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Enter necessary information in the computer for patients who have orders for laboratory testing
Obtain complete documentation for the laboratory orders, calling the doctor's office if necessary in order to obtain properly signed orders, medical necessity, ABNs and diagnosis codes
Process laboratory reports, fax or call results as needed t and document actions in the computer
Schedule routine chain of custody drug collections, BATs and paternity collections to ensure the appropriately trained people are available
Obtain the proper training and certification in order to collect drug DOT screens and perform the needed testing while on duty
Answer incoming calls and directs them to the proper areas
Proficient in phlebotomy techniques and be able to assess patients throughout all stages of life from newborn to elderly regarding their physical and psychological needs
Interact positively and cooperatively with patients, visitors, physicians and employees
Support the Medical Center’s Mission/Vision/Philosophy positively
Maintain regular and predictable attendance
Perform other essential duties as assigned
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIRED:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Medical assistant or phlebotomy certification preferred
Phlebotomy experience within the hospital setting preferred
Excellent customer relation skills
Ability to communicate well under stressful conditions both on the telephone and in face to face encounters.
Ability to maintain accurate records-good organizational skills
Able to concentrate and complete detailed work despite frequent interruptions
Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic