Job Description

Description


JOB SUMMARY : Phlebotomists are responsible for efficiently and accurately performing blood draws. Some of their typical daily duties include


CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparing patients before drawing blood;
• Explaining blood draw procedures to patients and answering any questions about the process;
• Following all health and safety protocols and procedures to maintain sanitary work areas;
• Gathering medical testing materials, including needles, sample vials, blood storage bags, and test tubes;
• Verifying patient information and labeling blood samples properly;
• Accurately updating patient information in the organization's database;
• Helping nervous or frightened patients remain calm during blood draws; and
• Working with supervising physicians and following their directions at all times.

EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Minimum Requirements


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Computer experience in medical or other related field;
• Knowledge of patient relations, scheduling, and bookkeeping;
• Knowledge of medical coding and insurance practices and reimbursement;
• Compliance with state and federal regulations and safety protocols, at the practice level;
• Knowledge of patient's privacy (HIPAA) and student privacy (FERPA);
• Follow proper OSHA and safety guidelines;
• Protect equipment (office, facility);
• Strong communications skills are essential as well as computer literacy (MS Office Suite [i.e. Word, PowerPoint and Excel...etc.]) and accurate data entry skills;
• Excellence organizational skills must be accurate and attentive to detail;
• Knowledge or experience with Athena Medical Patient Software (if no experience, training will be provided);
• Maintaining an established work schedule;
• Effectively using interpersonal and communications skills including tact and diplomacy;
• Effectively using organizational and planning skills, including attention to detail and follow-through;
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands;
• Maintaining confidentiality of work related information and materials;
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships;
• The ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations;
• The ability to report to work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM;
• The ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner; and
• Be able to be flexible to accept other duties needed/assigned for the practice needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and experience equivalent to:

Education and experience equivalent to: High school diploma or equivalent.

• Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.

• Phlebotomy certification preferred.

The Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine

Job Tags

Flexible hours,

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