Phlebotomist

Job Description
Supports completion of outpatient testing by performing venipuncture, electrocardiogram (EKG), mid-turbinate swabs, and colleting additional laboratory testing as ordered by the provider. Assists with rooming patients for appointments with physician and anesthesia team as needed and performs vital signs.

Performs venipuncture in a safe environment, following Atlantic Health System Policy including positive patient identification using the Two-Identifier System. Enters Computerized Laboratory Order Entry in Softlab as ordered by the provider. Releases Epic orders and Softlab orders. Transcribes orders as needed into Epic system from paper forms. Performs correct test as ordered by the provider. Uses laboratory references to ensure correct testing codes and correct collection tubes/ containers are utilized. Contacts provider for prescription or order clarification as needed. Maintains asepsis and disposes of sharps properly. Properly labels tubes and promptly sends tubes to the laboratory for processing.
Performs electrocardiogram (EKG) as ordered by provider following Atlantic Health System Policy including positive patient identification using the Two-Identifier System. Releases EKG order in Epic a time of performing the test. If EKG order needs to be entered into Epic, transcribes order into Epic from paper order.
Assist with rooming patients for physician appointments and anesthesia provider appointments. Performs vital signs including, temperature, pulse, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, height and weight. Communicates vital sign recordings with RN or provider.
Keeps clean, well-stocked, and organized workstation. Replenishes supplies as needed. Notifies team if stock supplies are low for prompt reordering. Performs other departmental duties as assigned (i.e., eyewash log, refrigerator log, nutrition ordering, ERAS bags, etc.).
Adheres to OSHA, JCAHO national patient safety goals, Board of Health, and hospital standards and requirements. Participates in yearly validations of department skills. Maintains clean and safe environment for patients and staff in accordance with hospital policies and other regulatory agencies. Checks for patient identification prior to any intervention. Exhibits PRIDE values on a daily basis.
Completes collection of mid-turbinate Swabs for COVID or MRSA testing. Confirms surgical date for pre-procedural COVID testing to ensure completion within the required timeframe per Atlantic Health System policy. Observes and maintains proper personal protective equipment in accordance with infection prevention policies when providing patient care. Maintains standard precautions on all patients. Washes hands before and after caring for each patient.
Assists with clerical functions as needed per department (i.e., scanning documents into Epic and patient phone calls)
Duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Graduate or GED equivalent required
Ability to read, write and speak English
1-2 years phlebotomy, secretary-technician or patient care technician experience preferred
Certified Phlebotomy Technician Preferred
AHA BLS required