Phlebotomist/EKG Technician | Laboratory | Days | Full-time at UF Health

St. Augustine, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Phlebotomy, EKG Testing, Patient Identification, Specimen Collection, Patient Transportation, PPE Compliance, Inventory Control, Healthcare IT Applications, BLS Certification, Cardiovascular Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview The Phlebotomy /EKG Technician provides direct and indirect inpatient and outpatient care services including phlebotomy, ECG testing and transportation of patients. Responsibilities Verifies patient identification by using two patient identifiers: Name, DOB or Medical Record Number. Never identifies patient by room number. Labels all specimens in front of patient with required information, EMR ID, date and time of collection. Blood is drawn according to established hospital procedures in a safe manner with minimum trauma to the patient. Monitors for adverse effects of blood draws. Compliant with all safety standards and utilizes Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Understands and applies knowledge of test specimen requirements and utilizes available reference materials to ensure that all specimens are collected correctly. Resolves unusual test orders by contacting the appropriate healthcare provider and notifying fellow staff and/or management of unresolved orders Maintains annual required competency training and provides necessary support to maintain proper equipment function. Understands and applies knowledge of test specimen and policy requirements and utilizes available reference materials to ensure that all specimens and exams are collected correctly. Resolves unusual test orders by contacting the appropriate healthcare provider and notifying fellow staff and/or management of unresolved orders. Adheres to the proper procedure for obtaining, charging for, and returning supplies/equipment and maintains adequate supply levels through the use of accurate inventory control. Provides efficient transportation for patients both to and from requesting service areas. Utilizes selected healthcare IT applications proficiently as assigned by management. Performs other duties as assigned by management within job scope. Schedule FTE: 1.0 Hours: 3:00am-1:30pm Days: Monday-Friday Qualifications Education/Training High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Experience 1-year Cardiovascular or Phlebotomy Preferences: EEG experience preferred Certificates/Licenses/Registration Certificates/Licenses/Registration Additional Information: Post-Employment: BLS, provided by the American Heart Association (AHA), required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

The technician provides direct inpatient and outpatient care through phlebotomy, ECG testing, and patient transportation. Responsibilities include accurate specimen labeling, adhering to safety standards, and managing equipment and supplies.