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.