What are the responsibilities and job description for the PHLEBOTOMIST position at GORDON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL?
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Position Summary: |
Responsible for collection, processing, and distribution of patient specimens for testing adhering to department identification policies. Perform, evaluate, and report patient specimens using point-of-care instrumentation. Demonstrates behavioral skills that contribute to a productive work environment and provides excellent customer service in accordance with the philosophy, goals and objectives of Gordon Memorial Health Services. |
Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
- One to three months related experience and/or training preferred
Certificates, Licensure, Registrations:
- Phlebotomy certification preferred
General Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the general knowledge, skill, and / or ability required:
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
- Ability to generate, read, interpret, and take action as it relates to basic financial statements, national and state regulations, operational and maintenance and organizational policy / procedures
- Ability to write reports and correspondence
- Ability to effectively communicate
- Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively to maintain good working relationships
- Ability to work with skill in identifying problems; making frequent decisions regarding method of performance
Security/Access:
- Will have access to facility 24 hours a day
- Will have access to confidential information abiding by the organization’s privacy policies and regulations concerning this information
Equipment, Tools, Materials:
- Laboratory equipment
- Computer, printer, fax, etc.
- Timekeeping system
- Information systems
- Telephone system
- General office materials/supplies
Patient Age Groups Served:
- Infant, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric