Phlebotomist I Per Diem, Days, BWH Renal Medicine at Partner's Healthcare in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.


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Job Summary
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Performs blood draws and vital signs in adult patients (aged 18 years and older) enrolled in a research study who require home visits postoperatively.



Qualifications


PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


1. Demonstrates the skills and competence to process/prepare patients for venipuncture/stick.


Validates a positive identification of patient according to department policy.


Confirms accuracy of labels and requisitions before beginning procedure.


Develops a relationship with the patient to be comforting and to demonstrate confidence for the potential venipuncture/stick.


2. Demonstrates the skills and competence to accurately complete laboratory requisitions or electronic orders.

• Completes the laboratory requisition to include all necessary information; to include the legible documentation of his/her phlebotomy code, research billing information, and collection date and time or properly completes electronic order.


• Follows all requirements for sample processing per study protocol.

3. Demonstrates the skills and competence necessary to perform the venipuncture/stick.

• Selects the best area available for blood drawing.


• Checks the wound site before leaving the patient.

4. Follows all Infection Control Guidelines throughout the venipuncture/stick procedure.

• At all times wears appropriate personal protective equipment.


• Follows all patient precautions and procedures for isolation.


• Discards all equipment (sharps, glove, etc.) as required.


• Handwashing between patients.

5. Demonstrates knowledge of correct tube to use for test requested, amount of blood to be drawn, the appropriate procedures for specimen handling to maintain integrity for test requested.


6. Follows all directions as they are applicable to study protocols.

• Cooperates with principle investigator and/or supervisor to draw appropriate tubes for tests requested and meet requirements for timed collections.

7. Completes phlebotomy check sheets and/or logbooks as required.


8. Demonstrates professional customer service skills whenever interacting with a customer.

• Answers the telephone with location, name and greeting.


• Effectively interacts with co-workers and clinical staff to avoid misunderstandings and conflicts.


• Effectively interacts with patients and patient's families to avoid stress and anxiety.


• Demonstrates a caring sensitive attitude to all patients and families.

9. At all times works collaboratively as a member of the laboratory team.

• Follows all policies and procedures related to absenteeism, tardiness, lunch breaks and all other break time.


• Works to provide adequate phlebotomy coverage for study protocols.

10. Performs all other duties as asked and/or directed, as applicable, i.e.,

• Performs vital sign assessment.

QUALIFICATIONS:


1. High School diploma or equivalent.


2. Phlebotomy certification required.


3. Certified in obtaining vital signs


SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:


1. Knowledge and practice of proper aseptic techniques necessary to prevent injury to self and patients.


2. Basic knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of veins.


3. Knowledge to select appropriate tubes and volumes for test(s) requested.


4. Ability to communicate with patients, patients' families, and extended families to alleviate fears and anxieties and make them feel comfortable and cared for.


5. Obtain vital signs.


6. Validate competencies in areas of:

• 1. Venipuncture technique and all blood drawing procedures.


• 2. Appropriate choice of test tube and required blood volumes.


• 3. Specimen labeling and patient identification.


• 4. Customer service skills to include ability to communicate with patients and staff.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)


Additional Job Description



Remote Type


Hybrid



Work Location


45 Francis Street



Scheduled Weekly Hours


0



Employee Type


Per Diem



Work Shift


Day (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.



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