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Phlebotomist / Lab Technician

Phlebotomist / Lab Technician

Pediatric Associates of Greater Salem IncTopsfield, MA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Description : POSITION SUMMARY :

Reporting to the Clinical Nurse Manager, the Phlebotomist / Lab Technician will perform routine blood collections on our pediatric population and perform medical laboratory tests for diagnosis and treatment utilizing the following analyzers : Sysmex (CBC), Cepheid (CT / NG &TV), Abbott ID NOW (Molecular Strep A, COVID-19), LeadCare II (LEAD), FastPack (TSH & Vitamin D) and other essential Point-of-Care Test Kits.

  • Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 8 : 30pm-5pm in our new Topsfield location (hours may vary based on needs of the practice)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Performs applicable blood collection technique
  • Labels blood samples with sensitivity and confidentiality
  • Receive, label and analyze other samples
  • Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility
  • Report test results following protocols alerting providers and / or nurses about abnormal results
  • Maintain equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies
  • Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain a clean and orderly environment
  • Quality assurance for Massachusetts State Licensure, Federal (CLIA) Lab Certification
  • Knowledgeable on Athena Software, however we will be switching to EPIC in June
  • Other duties as assigned

    • Requirements :

    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Minimum 2 years phlebotomy experience, preferable experience with pediatrics
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, excellent organization and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently as well as function as part of the care team
  • Ability to handle sensitive medical information / HIPAA compliance
  • Working knowledge of EMR, Microsoft office and email

    • EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :

    A high school diploma or graduation equivalency degree (GED)

    Phlebotomy experience in Pediatrics

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

    Visual / hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written / verbal communication.

    Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity, which may include lifting of supplies,

    equipment, extensive bending, standing, walking or sitting may be required.

    Ability to deal effectively with stress.

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT :

  • Fast paced environment with occasional high pressure or emergent situations
  • Frequent exposure to bodily fluids
  • Possible exposure to infectious specimens
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