Phlebotomist LTA Lead
- Employer
- City of Hope
- Location
- Duarte, California
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Jan 26, 2022
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- Discipline
- Life Sciences
- Position Type
- Full Time
- Organization Type
- Healthcare/Hospital
Job Details
City of Hope, an innovative biomedical research, treatment and educational institution with over 6000 employees, is dedicated to the prevention and cure of cancer and other life-threatening diseases and guided by a compassionate, patient-centered philosophy.
Founded in 1913 and headquartered in Duarte, California, City of Hope is a remarkable non-profit institution, where compassion and advanced care go hand-in-hand with excellence in clinical and scientific research. City of Hope is a National Cancer Institute designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, an alliance of the nation's leading cancer centers that develops and institutes standards of care for cancer treatment.
Position Summary
The Lead Phlebotomist is responsible for supporting the efficient functioning of the laboratory as it relates to staffing, appointment scheduling, inventory, policy and procedures, monitoring quality control, customer service, and equipment maintenance.
Functions as lead Phlebotomist and performs the following Phlebotomist LTA II duties: Draws blood from City of Hope patients and donors using appropriate procedures, guidelines and standards. Processes specimens for in-house / send-out laboratory testing. Works under the direction of Phlebotomy Supervisor to provide high-level support and assistance with a variety of tasks within the laboratory, including but not limited to new staff mentoring, specimen / workflow problem issue resolution, special request draws, supply ordering and procedure development. Works as part of the Clinical Pathology department team in fulfilling departmental and medical center objectives. The Phlebotomist LTA Lead will play an integral role in the quality of our patient's experience.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Draws blood in accordance with physician order using appropriate techniques and equipment. Observes patient for any unusual reactions or events, before, during and after procedure. Takes appropriate action following established guidelines.
- Collects and delivers specimens for analysis, using appropriate or specified equipment for collecting and handling specimens. Ensures proper labeling and obtains pertinent clinical information on request forms. Follows up on problem resolution as instructed by supervisor.
- Develops and maintains knowledge of various aspects of processing specimens. Centrifuges blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum. Coordinates and routes specimens to proper area of the laboratory.
- Prepares monthly staff schedule and evaluates daily staff assignments.
- Maintains all appropriate phlebotomy logs in a timely manner and based on frequency, such as maintenance logs and temperature logs.
- Provides staff training and performs competency observations of staff.
- Responsible for troubleshooting and documenting workflow and specimen collection problems that may arise. Assist in maintaining up-to-date SOP policy and procedure manuals.
- Greets patients, processes the laboratory orders, and directs patients to their next station.
- Prioritizes work and provides prompt and efficient service. Participate on special projects and teams.
- Cooperates with other personnel to achieve department and interdepartmental objectives and maintain good employee relations. Excellent communication with providers to help support improved workflows for the lab and to examine efficient cost of lab ordering.
- Provides oversight over section activities on weekends and when Supervisor is away.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Supports proper documentation of procedure and qualify initiatives to improve the patient experience.
- Prepares and submits supply orders assist with periodic inventory counts, reports shortages and problems to supervisor as they occur.
Basic education, experience and skills required for consideration:
Minimum Education:
- High School or equivalent (GED).
Minimum Experience:
- Four years' experience as a competent Phlebotomist.
Req. Certification/Licensure:
- California phlebotomy technician license required
- BLS (through the American Heart Association)
Preferred Education:
- Post High School relevant vocational / specialized training.
Preferred Courses/Training:
- Medical Terminology.
Additional Information:
- Full Time
- Shift: Evenings (variable)
City of Hope is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Company
City of Hope, an innovative biomedical research, treatment and educational institution with over 5,000 employees, is dedicated to the prevention and cure of cancer and other life-threatening diseases and guided by a compassionate, patient-centered philosophy.
Founded in 1913 and headquartered in Duarte, California, City of Hope is a remarkable non-profit institution, where compassion and advanced care go hand-in-hand with excellence in clinical and scientific research. City of Hope is a National Cancer Institute designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, an alliance of the nation’s 20 leading cancer centers that develops and institutes standards of care for cancer treatment.
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