Phlebotomist

POSITION SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to maintain efficient patient flow, assist with patient care and performs tasks assigned by physicians and nurses. Phlebotomist I efficiently and accurately performs blood draws and transfusions.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports to Site Manager, President, and physicians of Urology Austin, PLLC.
• Work together with all clinical staff, physicians, and front office staff to ensure complete and excellent patient care, efficient scheduling, and efficient patient flow.

ROLE QUALIFICATIONS (experience, education, and skills)

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for medical assistants preferred
• Minimum of one year experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant in a hospital or clinic setting preferred
• Certified Phlebotomist preferred
• Phlebotomy experience required
• Displays excellent verbal and written communication skills

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Escorts patients to the exam room or treatment room as appropriate.
• Obtains all necessary patient records as required by physician.
• Punctures vein of patient in order to get a blood sample.
• Assures appropriate consent has been obtained prior to treatment or procedures.
• Conducts patient assessments and obtains pertinent medical information for referral to the physician and/or nurse.
• Directs patients from the exam room to the next appropriate station, i.e., treatment room or appointment desk.
• Prepares and stocks exam rooms, orders such supplies as needed and maintains/controls drug samples.
• Performs lab procedures and processing of lab specimens as needed. Files all labs and outside reports accurately and as needed.
• Obtains blood specimens from peripheral sites as needed and in accordance with OSHA and universal precautions.
• Maintains all exam room disinfection protocols.
• Perform phlebotomy, including venipuncture and capillary puncture.
• Triages incoming patient telephone calls for referral to nurse or physician.
• Practice Standard Precautions, including hand washing and disposal of biohazardous materials.
• Receives training from Phlebotomist II.
• Maintains a clean work environment and restocks the supply area as needed.
• Assist with any other staff/team member as requested or needed by the physicians, nurses, Site Managers and/or Regional Market President.
• All other duties as assigned.