Job Description
Job Description
Full Time Shift: Monday-Friday
Available Shifts: 4:30 am- 12:30 pm, 5:00 am -1:00pm, 5:30am-1:30 pm, every other weekend
Pay Range: $17.50-$21.50 Based on experience with Mileage reimbursement!
ROLE:
The Mobile Phlebotomist, under the general supervision of the Area Phlebotomy Supervisor (APS) works to provide clinical pre-analytical laboratory services to our clients/patients in a mobile setting. He/she is responsible for completing their assigned routes in a safe and timely manner. He/she must follow all policies and procedures.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Drives vehicle to client facilities, typically nursing homes, as directed
Unloads phlebotomy tray and takes to patient’s bedside to collectsamples.
Accurately identifies patient after 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 frompatients.
Strict adherence to universal precautionsin 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.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
•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 organizationalskills.
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 Associate may encounter 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. This includes consistent and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.
Associates work in all weather and driving conditions.
BENEFITS:
TridentCare offers a robust benefit package to full time employees. Part time employees are eligible for many of the same below, pro-rated. Benefits include:
- Health Insurance after 30 days
- Medical insurance allowance, giving you the freedom to customize your plan to fit your needs
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- Company paid life insurance
- Two weeks of vacation time
- Sick time
- 6 paid Company recognized holidays/ 2 paid float holidays
- 401(k)
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