Central Processing Clerk

SCOPE OF POSITION :

Processes patient specimens and prepares them for testing by the Laboratory departments. This includes patient registration, test ordering, labeling of specimens, centrifugation and preparing specimens for the Laboratory departments.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Enter patient registration information into HIS from paper registration form or by direct interview of patient.
• Recognizes incomplete information on Laboratory requisitions takes proper steps to resolve the problem.
• Processes orders for Laboratory testing using established order entry procedures in HIS and / or LIS.
• Prioritizes processing of specimens and performs all aspects of specimen handling, including labeling,
• Accessioning and centrifugation, according to established procedures for the patient population served including neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and older adult.
• Evaluates specimen integrity and correctly handles specimens to expedite testing process. If previously trained as a phlebotomist, maintains competency in phlebotomy for cross coverage purposes.
• Process specimens for reference laboratory testing for the patient population served including neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and older adult.

Arrange for courier service as needed. Enter and / or verify test results from reference laboratory testing.

• Maintain work areas in a sanitary condition. Perform equipment maintenance as scheduled. Follows
• Universal Precautions at all times.
• Answer phone inquiries regarding specimen collection and handling and / or patient test results for the patient population served including neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and older adult.
• Maintain a working knowledge of both HIS and LIS; including downtime procedures for both computer systems.
• Promotes effective working relationships and works effectively with coworkers to facilitate the departments
• ability to meet goals and objectives.
• Keeps current on advances in Laboratory Services. Participates in and shares continuing education to maintain professional development and competency for patient population served including : neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS :

• High School graduate
• Prior Laboratory experience preferred
• Phlebotomy skills helpful, but not required
• Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures.
• Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility.
• Ability to interact with internal an external customers with tact and confidentiality
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. bloodborne pathogens, physical requirements : lifting, and carrying supplies, standing, walking and bending.
• Sign on Bonuses for Specialty roles
• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid Time Off
• Community based hospital
• Free Parking

For union positions we also offer :

• Pension match
30+ days ago