PHLEBOTOMIST

At the direction and control of the Lab Director, the Phlebotomist collects blood samples from patients.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Receives or properly obtains specimens for laboratory analysis, primarily by venipuncture but also by other means

Performs select routine laboratory tests as needed

Ensures that tests are performed accurately and efficiently, and that the results are recorded and reported in a timely manner

Assists the MTs, MLTS, & Lab Assistants as needed

Ensures work areas & phlebotomy trays are kept clean and disinfected

Assists management in keeping an appropriate inventory of supplies and restocks areas as needed

Provides a variety of clerical and receptionist duties for the department

Communicates with providers' office and other staff to obtain complete information needed for payment (proper diagnoses, billing information, proper signatures) by Medicare and other payers

Understands relationship of proper specimen collection to patient outcome

Works with laboratory staff to clarify physicians' orders

Ensures proper and complete entry of orders into the lab's computer system

Customer service driven, patient-focused and friendly

Performs other duties as assigned.

May be required to work evenings, nights, and/or weekends on a regular or as needed basis. Education: High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience.

Experience: Prior experience preferred

Physical Requirements: Physical requirements include, but may not be limited to:

Reaching and grasping with arms and hands

Proofreading and checking documents for accuracy

Using a keyboard to enter or transform words or data

Hearing in normal and soft tones

Ability to read and understand written English words and sentences

Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English words and sentences

Ability to understand spoken English words and sentences

Ability to communicate with others by telephone and e-mail The demands described herein 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.

Critical Demands:

Understanding, supporting and promoting the organizational values inherent in the philosophy of Mena Regional Health System

Performing job duties in a manner which demonstrates the values of Mena Regional Health System and its commitment to customer service

Ability to use good judgment with good computer skills

Safety Sensitive Position

Working with confidential information

Performing life-threatening procedures

Complying with Human Resources policies and procedures

Practice regular and punctual attendance