Phlebotomist – Clinical Labs at UW Health

Responsibilities

• • Responsible for collection of blood and other specimens following approved procedures.
• • Select appropriate site for venipuncture (arm, hand, leg, ankle, or foot), assemble equipment and collect specimen(s) using correct order of draw and according to policy and procedure.
• • Use proper cleansing and aseptic technique to collect blood cultures.
• • Collect capillary specimens via skin puncture of finger, big toe, or heel into capillary tube or Microtainer.
• • Always verify pediatric orders and minimum blood volumes prior to collection from pediatric patient.
• • Consult with nursing staff prior to pediatric collection on all Inpatient units. Utilize pain abatement or distraction techniques. If available, use Child Life services appropriately when working in the Outpatient setting.
• • Collect specimen(s) requiring special techniques including research kits, syringe collection, tolerance tests and urea breath test.
• • Perform emergency first aid as necessary.
• • Recognize the need for patient medical assistance and call for the correct Response Team to properly assess and care for the patient.
• • Complete all required aspects of patient registration.
• • Ensure test request complies with laboratory policy and proper documentation is provided.
• • Enter or release patient test orders using the laboratory information system.
• • Supply patients with proper collection supplies (ex., 24-hour urine containers and occult blood collection kits).
• • Ensure proper patient identification and correct test order upon receipt of specimens.
• • Perform laboratory testing on patient specimens using manual kits and automated technology. Maintain sample identification through all steps of the testing process.
• • Report results to ordering source using laboratory computer and/or telephone. Call and document critical results as specified by laboratory policy.
• • Perform and document routine instrument maintenance on select laboratory equipment.
• • Perform and document required quality control activities, such as internal and external controls, patient sample comparisons, and proficiency testing.
• • Recommend process improvements.
• • Communicate supply needs to lead worker or manager.
• • Attend appropriate meetings as assigned.
• • Participate in continuing education.
• • Participate in the teaching of venipuncture to students and new employees.
• • Provide assistance with teaching blood collection procedures using training checklists provided.
• • Provide training support for other employees as needed.

Work Hours

60% FTE, day shift, part-time position, 24 hours per week. Hours between 7:00am- 12:00pm and every third weekend from 4:30am-8:30am. Holiday and on-call rotations required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Experience Requirements

1 year

• 1 year of experience in phlebotomy and/or healthcare Preferred

Qualifications

• • High School Diploma or equivalent required
• • Completion of accredited Phlebotomy Training program and clinical rotation preferred
• • Phlebotomist (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or equivalent preferred

Skills

• • Effective written and oral communication skills
• • Tolerance to an acute care setting
• • Ability to work independently
• • Knowledge of medical terminology related to blood collection
• • Knowledge of safety practices
• • Strong attention to detail
• • Demonstrated skill with laboratory information systems

Education Requirements

Benefits

• • An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
• • Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• • Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• • Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.