Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the procurement of blood specimens from patients for laboratory procedures. In addition to the collecting and transporting of the blood samples to the laboratory, the Central Processing Assistant is responsible for the processing of the specimens in preparation for analysis. The Central Processing Assistant is responsible for performing EKGs using the GE EKG carts and MUSE software program and for performing patient registration functions and insurance verification on outpatients.


Major Responsibilities

• Proper identification of the patient using two identifies: patient name and date of birth.
• Perform a variety of routine and complex blood drawing procedures to include venipuncture and capillary puncture (finger and heel sticks) using standardized equipment.
• Respond to all STAT blood work requests within 30 minutes. Respond to all timed specimen requests within + / - 15 minutes.
• Utilize ROVER (positive patient identification system) for all inpatient blood draws.
• Perform EKGs using the GE EKG carts and the MUSE software program.

Position Qualifications:

Requires the ability to endure periods of heavy workload and stress. Must possess ability to coordinate eyes and hands to fingers rapidly and accurately in making precise movements with speed. Must possess good communication and customer service skills.

• High School diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of a certified phlebotomy course.
• Minimum: Completion of 120 hrs of clinical experience.
• Preferred: One year of phlebotomy experience with patients of all ages.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC. :

None required

Preferred: Phlebotomy certification through American Society of Clinical Pathology PBT(ASCP)

Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

Department-specific competencies, including age-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.