Phlebotomist - Variable Night Shift - Pleasanton, United States - Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley
Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley
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Pleasanton, United States

2 weeks ago

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Night - 08 Hour (United States of America)

Phlebotomist night shift position working inpatient settings, with rotating weekends and holiday coverage. Includes processing specimens, responding in hospital and ER codes.

This is a Valley Care job; A



Brief Overview:

The Phlebotomist is responsible for routine tasks in the laboratory including, phlebotomy, specimen preparation, EKG, and clerical duties. Facilitates and documents the flow of patient specimens in and out of the laboratory; completes patient clerical information; enters specimen collection information, and other forms of communication in the computer.


What you will do:

  • Follows established safety and department protocols when handling blood or body fluid specimens.
  • Correctly interprets physician's test orders and requisitions correct tests in the computer system. Seeks help if unable to interpret.
  • Competently performs venipunctures, finger sticks, and pediatric heel sticks to collect blood samples.
  • Collects appropriate specimens based on blood test ordered.
  • Completes positive patient identification using at least two unique identifiers before collecting the sample.
  • Correctly labels samples in the presence of the patient and completes a final check to ensure labels match.
  • Accurately documents collection information in the electronic record.
  • Responds to codes as designated per hospital protocol, including Code Blue, STEMI, STROKE, CODE 3, Massive Transfusion Protocol.
  • Receives specimens for testing, ensuring they are collected in an appropriate container and properly labeled. Processes orders promptly; ensures STAT orders are immediately brought to the attention of the testing staff.
  • Processes specimens for send-outs to referral laboratories and other Stanford Healthcare Valley Care (SCH-VC) facilities.
  • Assists in microbiology culture setup, plating media, and other types of specimen processing in Microbiology.
  • Performs EKG testing; lead placement (inclusive of adult, pediatric, rhythm strips, and special lead per physician).
  • Checks biohazard containers daily and replaces when full; closes properly when full, puts in the area for biohazard pickup.
  • Maintains a clean, appropriately stocked work station. Notifies the manager when the inventory is low.
  • Answers Lab phones and responds to inquiries regarding the status of testing or routing as appropriate.
  • Attends department and staff meetings and serves on special hospital committees as assigned.
  • Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C-ICARE Standards of the Hospital. C-ICARE is the foundation of Stanford Healthcare ValleyCare's patient experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions.

Education Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent

Experience Qualifications:
  • Graduate of a certified program of American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT) or comparable experience or 100 hours of on-the-job training within SHC Valley Care

Skills and Abilities:
  • Organized with a strong attention to detail.
  • Works well with team members but can also be autonomous.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to read and write in English.
  • Basic computer and clerical skills.
  • Ability to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
  • Knowledge of aseptic technique and other lab techniques.
  • Demonstrates the ability to centrifuge specimens.
  • Demonstrates the ability to aliquot specimens; including using designated labels.
  • Demonstrates the ability to correctly register outpatients and various types of pre-op patients, being mindful of different patient locations and statuses.
  • Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
  • Knowledge of instruments, methods, and materials used in the laboratory.
  • Knowledge of safety, quality, and joint commission standards in relation to laboratory testing

Licenses and Certifications:
  • CPT And

BLS
  • Basic Life Support

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment.

Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above.

People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.


Base Pay Scale:

Generally starting at $ $36.00 per hour
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