Phlebotomist 3 (H)
University of Miami

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The Department of Pathology is currently seeking a full time Phlebotomist 3 to work in Plantation, FL. The Phlebotomist 3 draws and collects blood samples from patients, verifies records, and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis. An employee in this position conducts interviews, takes vital signs, and tests blood samples. The Phlebotomist 3 relates to and interacts well with patients by taking into consideration their age-specific, physical, and psychosocial needs. The incumbent also uses the laboratory and hospital systems to accession data and perform other appropriate system functions.

This position will support the Plantation Network sites and will backfill other network sites for staff vacations or emergencies.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs patient phlebotomy by prescribed technique outlined in the phlebotomy procedure manual.
  
• Processes hematology and oncology patients as priority.
  
• Works on pre-accession specimens and matches and organizes orders and labels for the day.
  
• Follows patient identification process.
  
• Answers questions and resolves problems pertaining to test requisitions, specimen requirements, test additions, priority changes, and patient results.
  
• Maintains adequate inventory levels as per protocol and rotates previous stock.
  
• Maintains required files and log systems in a neat and accurate manner.
  
• Assists supervisor in recording statistics and generates reports.
  
• Processes cancellations, credits, and additions of test procedures.
  
• Picks up, unpacks, dates and stores in a timely manner according to manufacturers' recommendation.
  
• Checks packing slips, verifies amount of items received, documents, and gives copy to supervisor/designee.
  
• Removes, empty boxes and recyclable material and disposes of them as per Standard Operating Procedures.
  
• Prepares biohazard containers for use and then disposal.
  
• Assures accuracy and completeness throughout the patient registration process.
  
• Follows up with patient's physician to request missing information or to clarify test orders appropriately and in a timely manner.
  
• Assists in the maintenance of hardware by changing paper, labels, and/or printer ribbons when necessary.
  
• Serves as a lead/Back-up when Supervisor is unavailable.
  
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
  

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification and Licensing:

Certification in relevant specialty or field

Experience:

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

Department Specific Functions

• Ensure that all samples are drawn as per research protocol.
  
• Process all lab samples per protocol and lab manual.
  
• Prepare samples for shipping according to regulatory requirements and as Lab Manuals and Study protocols require.
  
• Confirm that all necessary supplies are on hand.
  
• Ensure that all samples are processed within the required timeframes of the study protocol.
  
• Communicate with research nurses about status of research sample collection (report difficult draw or inability to draw on patient).
  
• Review all sample labels to ensure they match the study visit requirements.
  
• Report any processing deviations to study coordinator and Lab Director/Supervisor.
  
• Maintain all required certifications and professional licensing such as CITI, IATA, Lab Safety, Bloodborne Pathogens, and others (must be completed within first month of employment)
  
• Support the SCCC Research Lab as needed at all sites with research phlebotomy, Complete regular site training and ensure understanding of protocol/lab manual requirements.
  
• Enter required information regarding sample collection into require systems such as iLabs, UChart , Velos, and other systems as required.
  
• Ability to operate and interpret us of centrifuge for serum and plasma separation.
  
• Ability to properly collect portions and measure distribution of specimens by aliquoting.
  
• Assist in the collection of equipment calibration records such as freezer temperature logs.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

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Job Status:
Full time

Employee Type:
Staff

Pay Grade:
H4

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