Phlebotomist (Part-Time) at Gila Regional Medical Center

Silver City, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Phlebotomy, Venipuncture, Specimen Processing, Medical Billing, Medical Terminology, Patient Communication, LIS, Meditech, HIPAA Compliance, Typing

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description The Phlebotomist is responsible for Phlebotomy draws as well as a variety of secretarial duties. S/he obtains and processes specimens, answers phones, maintains physician orders, and enters accurate billing information into the computer system. Also assists in specimen processing area- processing specimens to be run in the laboratory and processing send out specimens. Entering send out specimens onto the reference laboratory ‘batch’ for submitting via the LIS. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs Phlebotomy draws, including venipuncture, and heel and fingers sticks, in a timely manner. Performs therapeutic phlebotomy under the direction of the Medical Director/ Pathologist. Must submit and track 5 successful heel and finger sticks annually. Orders Lab work for physicians. Reviews physician orders for diagnosis and physician signature. Processes specimens for send out, including spinning, pouring off serum, plasma, urines and stabilizing per temperature requirements. Compiles monthly order statistics, ensuring up-to-date standing orders. Submits patient orders and insurance information to patient access for clinic and other outreach sites. Reviews orders to assure correct tests were placed into the LIS Answers phone, receives faxes, and distributes mail and patient reports. Completes quality variances in MEDITECH. Follows up on variances – phoning patients and / or providers for recollect or updated orders Serves as a preceptor for new Phlebotomists. Attends department meetings. Maintains working knowledge of current Laboratory Compliance and HIPAA regulations. Process specimens, spins ang packages specimens. Additional duties as assigned. Requirements EDUCATION & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or GED ASCP registration preferred. If ASCP certified, must maintain valid certification. AHA BLS certification within 4 months of hire Phlebotomy training preferred Knowledge of medical terminology preferred Accurate typing skills WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Secretarial experience preferred Experience in a healthcare setting preferred Note: Job description available upon request**All required documents must be presented at time of hire.**EXTERNAL APPLICANT: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.GRMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

The Phlebotomist performs venipuncture, heel, and finger sticks while processing laboratory specimens for analysis. Additionally, they handle secretarial duties including billing entry, physician order management, and phone coordination.