Job Description

Job Overview:



Performs basic POCT procedures following CAP regulatory requirements. Procures quality specimens from adult, geriatric, pediatric and infant patients for diagnostic testing according to CLIA, JCAHO and CAP guidelines. Responsible for the completion of paperwork to meet compliance guidelines set by the OIG which include the accurate interpretation and transcription of physician orders and LIS/HIS order entry. Serves as laboratory liaison to other departments. The laboratory professional must demonstrate resourcefulness and teamwork and hold a comprehensive knowledge of hospital services.



Job Requirements:



High School Degree or GED

Formal Phlebotomy training

Phlebotomy Certification preferred

Desired years of experience: 1-2 years in hospital setting



Job Responsibilities:



Ability to Prioritize/Organize/Handle Quantity of Work

Accuracy/Quality/Completeness of Work

Complex Assignments Received/Delegated/Completed

Judgement Skills/Problem Solving Skills

Overall Procedure Knowledge/Quality Assurance Knowledge - including documentation as needed



Working Conditions:



Climbing - Frequently

Hearing: Conversation - Consistently

Hearing: Other Sounds - Consistently

Kneeling - Frequently

Lifting 50+ Lbs - Rarely

Lifting <50 Lbs - Consistently

Pulling - Frequently

Pushing - Frequently

Reaching - Consistently

Sitting - Occasionally

Standing - Consistently

Stooping - Frequently

Talking - Consistently

Use of Hands - Consistently

Color Vision - Consistently

Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently

Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently

Walking - Consistently



TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:



Serve: ALWAYS...

- Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"


- Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist


- Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas


Excel: ALWAYS...

- Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met


- Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)


- Work on improving quality, safety, and service


Respect: ALWAYS...

- Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.


- Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.


- Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.


Value: ALWAYS...

- Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.


- Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.


- Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.


Engage: ALWAYS...

- Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.


- Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community