Phlebotomist Intern

1. Safety. Because specimens and laboratory work surfaces may be contaminated with infectious diseases including HIV, Hepatitis and other blood borne pathogens, the phlebotomist will be trained on the proper use of PPE (personal protective equipment) and understand the proper way to handle the wide variety of samples and supplies in the laboratory.
2. Confidentiality. The phlebotomist will receive training about the sensitive nature of information passing through this department and the hospital. All information will be held in the strictest of confidence and will be discussed only on the basis of need in the performance of the duties of the job.
3. Phlebotomy. Phlebotomists collect blood or other clinical specimens, and process samples for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease in a CLIA laboratory. Because of the variety of tests available, there are a number of specific specimen collection procedures that must be followed. The phlebotomist must be able to differentiate between similar test orders with different collection requirements and recognize when a collection process may impact the test results (pre-analytical variables).
4. Communication Skills. The phlebotomist will interact not only with patients, but also with laboratory staff, physicians, nurses and registration personnel. The phlebotomist must demonstrate: (a) Superior customer service skills, excellent communication skills, good computer skills and the use of basic office equipment; (b) Ability to be a team player with effective interpersonal skills; (c) Ability to remain focused and productive in stressful situations, ability to deal effectively and diplomatically with frustrated patients, families, staff, co-workers and providers; (d) Ability to instruct patients in a professional and sensitive manner to properly collect non-blood samples (e.g. clean catch urine, stool, etc.); (e) Excellent documentation skills, highly detailed oriented, and ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
5. Clerical Duties: (a) Develop proficiency in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system and Laboratory Information Systems; (b) Understanding of basic functions of Microsoft Word and Excel programs; (c) File lab reports, distribute mail and fax; (d) Maintain inventory of laboratory forms; (e) Answer the telephone; (f) Other clerical duties as assigned.
6. Housekeeping Duties to Include: (a) Stock the laboratory; (b) Dispose of biohazardous waste; (c) Clean laboratory glassware; (d) Stock bleach bottles daily; (e) Perform some periodic maintenance (eye wash, shower, etc.); (ff)Stock phlebotomy trays and carts; (g) Prepare collection kits as needed for Clinic and ER; (h) Process incoming supplies, stock by rotation of oldest first and reconcile packing slips with purchase orders; (i) Inspect supplies for expiration dates; (j) Ensure all reference lab collection supplies are adequately stocked and in long dating; (k) Other housekeeping duties as assigned.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or willingness to obtain.

• Works in a clean, well-lit environment around patients, residents, family members, and employees.
• This is onsite, within a healthcare facility at Petersburg Medical Center.
• The position is temporary full time (seasonal - summer, breaks), day shift, 40 hours per week, Monday thru Friday.

• Background Check. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by the State of Alaska in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Drug Screening. All employees must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for marijuana.
• Immunization Compliance. Employees are required to meet all immunization requirements as mandated by the State of Alaska and Federal regulations governing healthcare facilities.

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