CERTIFIED PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN I - INPATIENT

Under general direction of the Supervisor of Inpatient Phlebotomy Services, the Certified Phlebotomy Technician I works cooperatively with all team members in performing all tasks related to the collection and preparation of blood specimens for analysis.

Core Competencies

• Identifies, collects and labels blood specimens according to procedures.
  
  
• Utilizes various venipuncture devices.
  
  
• Adheres to infection control guidelines: uses good handwashing technique, adheres to isolation policy, cleaning equipment between patients.
  
  
• Performs blood specimen collection for adult patients.
  
  
• Performs blood specimen collection for pediatric and infant patients.
  
  
• Ensures communication is appropriate to the age and status of the patient.
  
  
• Prioritizes and coordinates work to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency.
  
  
• Draws TC, Pre-OP and STAT specimens within the stated practice.
  TC specimens within 15 minutes of scheduled time.
  STATs and Pre-OP specimens within 15 minutes of order; sends to Lab immediately.
  
  
  
• Performs up to 6 venipunctures per hour.
  
  
• Meets blood culture contamination rate of < 1.0%.
  
  
• Meets practice standard for specimen quality (hemolysis, clotted and QNS specimen rates).
  
  
• Performs clerical and computer-related documentation accurately.
  
  
• Ensures quality specimen draws by contacting Lab if unsure of specimen requirement and follows pre-analytic processes for specimen stability.
  
  
• Uses the appropriate hand off communication techniques (SBAR) when appropriate.
  
  
• Reviews notification tools in the department daily to stay current with changes and issues. Reviews e-mail and responds as needed.
  
  
  
• Demonstrates an active problem solving attitude & positive approach to all aspects of job
  
  
  
  
• Maintains safe work area by observing all safety procedures and reporting any unsafe conditions or practices to the appropriate personnel.
  
  
• Participates in hospital performance improvement activities (kaizens, lean initiatives) when appropriate.
  
  

Department Specific Competencies

Education

DegreeProgramHigh School Diploma/GED or Higher EducationN/A
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Experience

Number of Years ExperienceType of ExperienceN/A
Additional InformationN/A

License / Certification Requirements

CA CPT Certification within 2 months of hire