Phlebotomist

• As directed, perform basic "waived testing" as defined by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), to include screening tests and other tests cleared by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). 
• Prepare specimens for transport in accordance with Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) policy. 
• Perform precise and accurate laboratory testing according to established laboratory procedures. 
• Participate in peer review and performance improvement activities. 
• Practice aseptic techniques as necessary.  Comply with infection control guidelines to include the proper handling, storage, and disposal of infectious wastes, and the use of universal precautions to prevent the spread of infection. 
• Function with an awareness and application of safety procedures. 
• Perform efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events.  Anticipate potential problems/emergencies and make appropriate interventions.  Notify supervisor, director, or other designated person regarding problems that the HCW is unable to manage. 
• Apply an awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and strive to manage situations in a reduced risk manner. 
• Participate in the implementation of the Family Advocacy Program as directed.  Participation shall include, but not be limited to, appropriate medical examination, documentation, and reporting. 
• Exercise awareness and sensitivity to patient/significant others' rights, as identified within the MTF. 
• Maintain an awareness of responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. 
• Participate in continuing education to meet own professional growth. 
• Attend and/or comply with all annual training classes required by the MTF, to include but not limited to online annual training provided by the MTF: disaster training, infection control, Sexual Harassment, Bloodborne Pathogens, Fire and Safety, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNE), and all other required training. 
• Actively participate in the command’s Performance Improvement Program.  Participate in meetings to review and evaluate the care provided to patients, identify opportunities to improve the care delivered, and recommend corrective action when problems exist. 
• Participate in the provision of in-service training to clinic staff members.  Provide training and/or clinical direction as applicable to supporting government employees (e.g., hospital corpsmen, students, etc.). 
• Attend and participate in various meetings as directed. 
• Perform timely, accurate, and concise documentation of patient care. 
• Operate and manipulate automated systems such as MHS Genesis and Clinical Information System (CIS), participate in clinical staff Performance Improvement (PI) and Risk Management (RM) functions, as prescribed by the MTF Director. Maintain DOD email account as directed. The HCW shall be responsive to all email and voicemail communications. 
• Exercise appropriate clinical delegation of tasks and duties in the direction and coordination of health care team members, patient care, and clinic activities. 
• Maintain documentation of all treatment provided in accordance with clinic directives and prepare such records and reports as may be required. All records and reports must be legible. Abbreviations must be only those listed in local instructions. 

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• Education:
  • Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate & completion of a NAACLS Accredited or two-part Phlebotomy Program.
• Licensure & Certifications (Current & Unrestricted):
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart or American Red Cross. 
• Experience: 
  • Must have performed 40 hours classroom training, 100 hours of clinical training and 100 successful venipuncture.
  • Possess a minimum of one (1) year of experience within the last three (3) years performing venipunctures and finger-sticks on patients from pediatric to geriatric.
• Security & Background Check: 
  • U.S. Citizenship and a successful background investigation are required. 
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. 
• Additional Requirements:
  • Willingness to comply with the government vaccination requirements.
  • Individuals shall be physically capable of standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time and physically capable of performing all services. 
  • Provide two (2) letters of recommendation written within the last two (2) years attesting to the individuals clinical skills.
    • At least one (1) letter must be from a physician or supervisor who has personally observed and evaluated the individual and who can attest to the individual’s clinical skills in the care of patients.
    • The other letter may be from a clinic or hospital administrator, physician or nurse who has personal knowledge of the individual’s patient care skills in a similar clinical environment.