Phlebotomist

As a member of the Morongo Basin Healthcare District (MBHD) team your mission is to improve the health and wellness of the communities we serve. You are expected to demonstrate the values of Commitment, Collaboration, Accountability, Dignity, and Integrity in all aspects of your employment. You are responsible for your safety and the safety of patients, visitors, and coworkers. You will be required to interact with patients, the public, co-workers, and management in fulfilling your mission.

In your role as Phlebotomist, you will report to the Clinic Supervisor. You will be responsible for drawing blood from patients, labeling each sample and preparing for transportation to the lab.

EOE STATEMENT We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

DUTIES
• Performs venipuncture and capillary procedures in appropriate manner, providing a safe, patient aware environment. Handles these with awareness of patient age population. Receives specimens in an accurate, timely manner to ensure correct handling and processing.
• Is accurate in patient and specimen identification at all times. Is compliant with laboratory labeling policies.
• Is aware and compliant with specimen collection policies regarding STAT, Timed (Urgent), heparin and drug protocols, routine and OP draws.
• Is aware of supplies for clerical and phlebotomy areas and notifies as per protocol. Receives stock items and distributes them to the appropriate place with the laboratory.
• Prepares and triages specimens, utilizing a centrifuge proficiently and as directed and directs them to the laboratory sections for analysis. Maintains specimen integrity if necessary until the specimen can be triage as a referral test or present to the Laboratory section.
• Assists in care and maintenance of laboratory work area and furnishings/equipment. Keeps OP draw area clean, orderly and stocked with the necessary supplies. Keeps phlebotomy trays in clean, stocked order.
• Maintains required records, reports, and statistics as directed. Is accurate in these and other clerical support duties.
• Able to accurately retrieve, and report results out via phone, fax and releasing to patients per laboratory (district) medical information release policies.
• Operates necessary computer systems(s) to perform job functions.
• Seeks advice and information when necessary. Knows limitations of knowledge and asks for help.
• Participates as a team member. Assists in related duties as requested.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous phlebotomy experience preferred
• CPT 1 California State Certified