General Information
| Job Description | PHLEBOTOMIST CERT TCHN 2 PD | Working Title | Phlebotomist Certified Technician 2 Per Diem |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 009295 | Grade | |
| Department Name | Student Health Services - D01165 | Department Head | Kenneth Han |
| Supervisor | Walter Bayubay | Effective Date |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
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Department Custom Scope
| Under general supervision of the Scientist Specialist CL, this position works with other members of the lab team to process patients, collect blood and urine specimens, and processing specimens for send outs to our reference lab. This position performs phlebotomy, specimen processing duties and efficient venous and/or skin punctures on students by following standard phlebotomy methods and those established by the Student Health Services Laboratory, and helps assist in the set up of CLIA-waived tests. This position has direct involvement in quality assurance studies, greater quality compliance record keeping, and maintaining supplies. This position may include providing clinical resource leadership/training in phlebotomy and/or specimen processing. This is a one year per diem position, with the possibility of extension based on available funding at the time. Per Diem Appointments may be scheduled on a pre-scheduled basis or as needed on a day-to-day basis or called off from a pre-established schedule as determined by the University. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
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| Must be State of California, Department of Health Services, Certified Phlebotomy Technician. High school graduation or GED. | Required |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
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| Minimum of 5 years of experience laboratory/phlebotomy experience. Performed venous and/or skin punctures on adults. | Required |
License Requirements
Certification Requirements
| Certification | Requirement |
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| Must be State of California, Department of Health Services, Certified Phlebotomy Technician | Required |
Educational Condition Requirements
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
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| Performs and completes with accuracy and within established time frame any lab assignment duties and/or projects assigned by the Supervisor. Determines that tests are properly ordered. Performs accessioning, operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, troubleshooting specimen/test order problems. Prepare blood and urine samples for testing. Set-up CLIA waived tests. Set-up cultures, stain slides. Perform routine daily quality control and assist in recordkeeping. Trains newly hired lab assistants, and fulfills an on-going lead role. | 40 |
| Order and maintain lab supplies and in-house supplies as needed. Advise patients of proper specimen collection. Complete lab request forms and test requisitions for reference lab. Assists in monitoring all lab staff's proper disposition of lab results and documentation. Participates directly in data retrieval and preparation of QA reports. Formats, updates, and maintains charts and logs. | 30 |
| Perform skilled, efficient venous and/or skin punctures on patients following phlebotomy methods established by the lab. | 25 |
| Other miscellaneous tasks as assigned. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Computer skills necessary to function in Windows application. Ability to write legible and be attentive to details. Ability to verbalize clearly and understandably when communicating results and issues with patients, providers and staff. | Required |
| Understanding of lab tests clinical usefulness. | Required |
| Ability, on a daily basis, to assess overall workload for any area that needs help, and help co-workers without being reassigned by the supervisor. | Required |
| Ability to use good judgment in deciding when to seek clarification and assistance; be able to multi-task and to prioritize tasks in order of importance. | Required |
| Ability to have respect for all patients with diverse cultural backgrounds and lifestyles; ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Ability to perform duties in a professional manner and put patients at ease. | Required |
| Manual dexterity and visual and auditory acuity to perform the required duties. | Required |
| Familiarity with Standard (Universal) Precautions, handling of bio hazardous waste. | Required |
| Ability to work quickly and accurately and to communicate, interact and be cooperative with patients and all personnel in facility. | Required |
| Working knowledge of quality control principles and recordkeeping. | Preferred |
| Familiarity with EMR Software (Point and Click) & IS (Harvest-Orchard). | Preferred |
| Working knowledge of lab equipment and supplies. | Preferred |
| Working knowledge of culture set-up and specimen preparation. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: Yes |