ROLE:

The Lead Mobile Phlebotomist works with the Phlebotomy Supervisor to ensure efficient and accurate workflow of the Mobile Phlebotomy staff. He/she is responsible for monitoring the phlebotomy area and the Mobile Phlebotomists to ensure that all applicable policies and procedures are followed.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drives vehicle to client facilities, typically nursing homes, as directed

• Unloads phlebotomy tray and takes to patient’s bedside to collect samples.

• Accurately identifies patient before collecting specimen(s).

• Check in with dispatch per department policy on scheduled workdays to verify if amendments to the routes are needed due to phlebotomist call offs, on-calls, etc.

• Completes assigned route.

• Accurately collects, labels, processes, and delivers specimens obtained from patients.

• Strict adherence to universal precautions in controlling blood-borne pathogens and infectious disease exposures.

• Regularly communicates with dispatcher to report status and location.

• Trains new phlebotomists as assigned.

• Attend facility start up in-service with supervisor as assigned.

• Conduct quarterly trunk checks for phlebotomist in area as assigned.

• Account for all route sheets daily.

• Communicate cooperatively with all other departments.

• Maintain required certifications, health requirements, and operational requirements.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Minimum 1 year of phlebotomy experience

• Must have a current licensure, if required by state.

• Must have basic knowledge of medical terminology.

• Proficient in phlebotomy requirements including venipuncture using both vacutainer and wing technique.

• Extensive knowledge of required specimen preservation, adequate patient preparation and specimen procedures.

• Strong knowledge of infection control and environment of care guidelines.

• Strong knowledge of HIPAA/PHI requirements.

• Strong communication and organizational skills.

• Must be able to demonstrate initiative and be self-motivated.

•       Must have a current and valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

• Must possess access to a vehicle in good working condition suitable to meet daily driving requirements.

• Must maintain a good driving record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, handle or feel, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may lift and or move up to 35 pounds on occasion.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The standard medical laboratory environment is one in which potential health hazards do exist. Administrative, technical and professional staff is expected to safely operate in accordance with applicable and appropriate health and safety policies and procedures, as prescribed by the Environmental Health and Safety Manual.

Laboratory staff can be expected to work in areas where hazards associated with, but not limited to blood-borne pathogens. Biological materials, hazardous substances and radioactive material exist and are handled. Appropriate training is provided regarding these hazards and staff is expected to adhere to all health and safety policies, at all times, whether they are in writing or verbalized by either management or the Health and Safety Officer.