Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Phlebotomist PRN? At HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.
Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist performs any three of the following non-technical functions under the supervision of the department supervisor, manager or director. They collect specimens, process specimens, submit and monitor specimens submitted to the referral laboratories and patient registration. Performs duties consistent with written procedures and regulatory requirements. Supports the department in achieving department goals for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, healthy work environment, and integration of intra and inter-departmental activities.
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
· Demonstrates a thorough understanding of specimen collection and testing requirements as well as specimen rejection criteria
· Demonstrates proficiency in venipunctures and/or finger sticks on pediatric, neonatal, adults and geriatric patients 3.
· Demonstrates proficiency in heel sticks on infants (as patient population requires)
· Utilizes supplies appropriately
· Follows established procedures for patient identification and specimen collection based test orders
· Completes appropriate specimen collection documentation
· Educates patient and/or family regarding specimen collection procedures prior to obtaining specimen
· Uses computer information system relative to job functions
· Responsible for clerical duties (i.e., faxing, phones, pneumatic tube system, reports)
· Demonstrates ability to deal with priorities first and plans for completion of duties
· Reviews Outstanding Specimen Report (OSR) and pending specimen collections/accessioning issues; takes action as appropriate
· Receives laboratory specimens into the laboratory information system
· Performs registration and order entry procedures, as requested, with accuracy, and in a timely manner
· Labels specimens and aliquots according to established protocols and according to testing ordered
· Demonstrates a thorough understanding of specimen collection and testing requirements as well as specimen rejection criteria
· Centrifuges and aliquots specimens appropriately, based on specimen type and tests ordered.
· Prepares specimens to be ready for courier pick-up and includes special instructions as requested by physician orders
· Discards laboratory specimens according to established schedule
· Performs periodic preventive maintenance and quality assurance procedures as assigned
· Collects chain-of-custody drug collections according to establish policy (as laboratory may require)
· Keeps appropriate records/documentation relating to specimen problems and other problems encountered, takes corrective action as necessary to ensure validity and accuracy of testing
· Cleans the area upon emergency spills of specimens
· Assesses specimen requirements for referral testing and trouble shoots any specimen requirement and/or referral testing specimen or order entry issues.
· Processes, sorts, and prepares specimens for submission to referral laboratories for testing in accordance with specimen requirements for tests ordered.
· Regularly monitors and reviews the status of referred testing to assure that results are received and made available to physicians within established turnaround times.
· Reviews Outstanding Specimen Report (OSR) and pending referral testing issues; takes action as appropriate
· Communicates and troubleshoots any problem specimens in a timely manner.
KNOWLEDGE,SKILLSAND ABILITIES:(This position requires the following minimum requirements)
· Ability to interact with co-workers in a team environment, promoting a harmonious and cooperative working environment.
· Demonstrates excellent customer service practices in all interactions.
· Effectively communicate with all personnel to exchange accurate and timely technical information.
· May assist in communication to customers, floors, physicians regarding problem and/or pending
· specimens.
· Requires 2 +years experience performing registration, clerical duties, and sending out of specimen processing 6. Follows safety policies and procedures
· Protects sensitive and confidential information by actively participating in the Privacy & Security Awareness program
· Adheres to company policies and standards regarding security
· Completes assigned courses and training on an annual basis
· Available to work during disasters
EDUCATION& EXPERIENCE
· Vocational/Technical Degree Preferred
· 1-3 years in a clinical laboratory setting preferred
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:
· Phlebotomy, Medical Assistant, Paramedic or EMT certification preferred.
HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital is a 237 bed acute care hospital. We serve Charlotte County. We have emergency care, an accredited cancer program, a stroke center of excellence and a chest pain center. We have an orthopedic and spine center, wound management and hyperbaric medicine. We have inpatient, outpatient and cardiovascular surgery. We have sports and rehabilitation services and outpatient programs. HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital provides community wellness programs. We have provided healthcare in Charlotte County for 40 years. Our colleagues enjoy our culture of compassion, respect and service. Over 350 area physicians work with us. We have received the America's top 100 hospital recognition. This makes us one of the best hospitals in Charlotte County. We hope you'll consider a career at HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
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At its founding in 1968, Nashville-based HCA was one of the nation's first hospital companies. Today, we are the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, a company comprised of locally managed facilities that includes about 165 hospitals and 115 freestanding surgery centers in 20 states and England and employing approximately 204,000 people. Approximately four to five percent of all inpatient care delivered in the country today is provided by HCA facilities. Richard M. Bracken serves as Chairman of HCA and R. Milton Johnson is the company's President and Chief Executive Officer.
HCA is committed to the care and improvement of human life and strives to deliver high quality, cost effective healthcare in the communities we serve. Building on the foundation provided by our Mission & Values, HCA puts patients first and works to constantly improve the care we give them by implementing measures that support our caregivers, help ensure patient safety and provide the highest possible quality. Investing in our communities is important to us. HCA typically invests about $1.5 billion annually to keep our facilities modern and up-to-date technologically and to expand and add services where needed. Focusing primarily on communities where the company is a leading healthcare provider, HCA selectively adds new facilities in order to better serve our communities.
And because two HCA founders were physicians, we value highly the strong relationships we've created with local physicians. We endeavor to provide them with a wide array of services and modern facilities in order to help them deliver the best possible care.