Outreach Phlebotomist - Laboratory - 10A - 6P

Essential Job Duties

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

Consistently follows laboratory policy regarding verification of patient identification prior to obtaining specimen and ensures specimens are appropriately labeled with patient identifiers, date and time of collection and initials.

Verifies insurance benefits assigned to the Hospital to determine if insurance coverage meets the standards of admission as stated in Hospital policy and completes accurately all required health information and Medicare questiannaire questions prior to collection of patient specimen.

Registers, places orders, compiles and distributes information regarding patients' personal, insurance, and financial status. Provides appropriate forms to billing and other departments.

Utilizes standard precautions to minimize the potential for exposure. Utilizes appropriate safety precautions in all procedures to promote patient comfort.

Maintains awareness of current Hospital and Departmental operational policies and procedures which impact on position responsibilities.

Reports to work in a timely manner. Has had minimal unscheduled absences. Completes assigned work shift as scheduled.

Required Education and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent

1 – 3 years of related experience.

Required License / Certifications

N / A.