Phlebotomist 2

View More Jobs Phlebotomist 2 Baton Rouge, LA, United States Job Description Properly identifies patient, draws blood samples and sends to laboratory for analysis. The Phlebotomist 2 maintains records of tests performed and blood samples taken and may perform waived or moderate complex tests in laboratory setting. Also, the Phlebotomist 2 may assist in the supervision and training of lower-level Phlebotomists. Responsibilities Productivity Performs an acceptable productivity level without a significant error rate. Identifies patients, collects samples and labels specimens according to established protocol in order to provide optimal sample quality for laboratory analysis. Coordinates, plans, and utilizes time efficiently in an effort to prioritize and organize duties while remaining flexible to meet the needs of the laboratory service customers. Maintains an inventory of supplies in work areas and requests and orders supplies as necessary to ensure efficient departmental operations and avoid duplication of energy and services whenever possible. Demonstrates initiative in adapting to changes or unusual circumstances, especially those not covered by written or verbal instructions, in a way that promotes cooperation and minimizes disruption to the working environment. Performs an acceptable productivity level without a significant error rate on a variety of waived or moderate complex procedures. Quality Quality is paramount in all aspects of daily functions and work processes to include routine blood collection, bedside testing, and selected culture collection as necessary in compliance with established policies and procedures in an effort toward ensuring high patient care standards. May schedule and assign work to staff members, monitor work quality and quantity, and ensure efficient departmental operations by providing supervisory support when needed. Combines ethical judgment with technical skill within the policy and legal guidelines of the hospital and laboratory in decision making processes and in the performance of procedures. Uses professional discretion with patient information and maintains confidentiality of patient records. Observes and adheres to all departmental and hospital policies and procedures, and follows all safety, quality assurance, and infection control standards. Consistently exhibits a professional manner, appearance, and performance in the approach to job related duties in an effort to maintain high standards in the delivery of quality health care services. Possesses a keen knowledge of job responsibilities with an ongoing effort of continuing education to ensure high quality health care utilizing understanding and respect. That knowledge is also structured to avoid waste through the conservation of all valuable hospital materials in a prudent and efficient manner. Follows standardized procedures and practices in the performance of all types of specimen collection and handling to preserve specimen integrity and validity . If licensed MLA, follows standardized procedures in the performance of waived or moderate complex testing , helps prepare samples for testing and analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits. Collaboration and Partnership May provide quality training and orientation for assigned employees, informs co-workers of relevant departmental policies and procedures, and allocates tasks to co-workers as needed. Treats all co-workers with compassion, understanding, and respect, and strives to enhance co-worker performance through cooperative effort and action. Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with patients, physicians, pathologists, staff, and other individuals. Other Duties As Assigned Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

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One year in phlebotomy with demonstrated proficiency in all age groups High School or equivalent May require Louisiana License as Medical Lab Assistant by LSBME within 6 months of employment if performing waived or moderate complex testing duties About Us FMOL Health is a leading health care innovator in Louisiana and Mississippi. We bring together outstanding clinicians, the most advanced technology and leading research to ensure that our patients receive the highest quality and safest care possible. This commitment is grounded in a history that is more than 100 years old, but reflected today by our strategic vision of transforming healthcare through superior performance and excellent patient care. In the last fiscal year, FMOL Health had: 1,747 Licensed Beds 65,322 Discharges 44,592 OR Procedures 10,827 Full Time Employees 331,360 Inpatient Days 1,915 Active Medical Staff 229,296 Emergency Visits As a nonprofit, mission-focused Catholic healthcare ministry, we give special attention to our citizens who are most in need. During the most recent fiscal year, we provided more than $39 million in unreimbursed care and community support to the underprivileged. Our health system is one of the largest in Louisiana, with hospitals, clinics and physicians located throughout Louisiana and in Mississippi. In fact, we provide care to almost half of Louisiana's citizens, and serve in Mississippi's largest metropolitan area. Because of our size and the partnerships we have with other local organizations, we are able to pool our resources and share cost and service efficiencies and learn from each other, thereby accelerating our ability to improve care and solve challenges. Since our founding in Monroe, Louisiana in 1911, we have been blessed by the guidance of the Franciscan Sisters. Through their guidance and steadfast example, we have committed to assure that we perpetuate their healing ministry for another hundred years. It is a noble purpose we strive to fulfill every day. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, we serve patients across Louisiana and Mississippi through a network of hospitals, clinics, physicians, elderly housing and integrated information system. Our health system has partnered with the State of Louisiana as it transforms its healthcare delivery system. The partnership includes inpatient acute care and primary care delivery in Baton Rouge and Bogalusa. Following in the footsteps of our founders, the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady, our team members and physicians are called to provide high quality care and compassion to all people, especially those most in need. As we look to the future of our healthcare ministry, we chart our course by "going where we are called." Apply Now Job Identification 47799 Job Category Clinical_Support Locations 5000 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808, US Job Shift Day/Evening/Night & Every Other Weekend Rotation Job Function Clinical Laboratory Worker Type Employee Regular or Temporary Regular Requisition Schedule Full-Time Hours of Schedule (e.g. M-F 8a-5p) 3:30a-12p Department Laboratory Services Venipuncture-Lake Main Campus FMOLHS Company Code Our Lady of the Lake Hospital Inc © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors Legend Jobs at a location Group of locations © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors | © Oracle Corporation Terms Legal Notices Use control and scroll to zoom the map Use two fingers to move the map 5000 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808, US Copy to Clipboard Similar Jobs