Phlebotomist 3 (UHealth Labs Transition)

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Pathology has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Phlebotomist 3.

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  Performs patient phlebotomy by prescribed technique outlined in the phlebotomy procedure manual.

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  Processes hematology and oncology patients as priority.

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  Works on pre-accession specimens and matches and organizes orders and labels for the day.

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  Follows patient identification process.

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  Answers questions and resolves problems pertaining to test requisitions, specimen requirements, test additions, priority changes, and patient results.

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  Maintains adequate inventory levels as per protocol and rotates previous stock.

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  Maintains required files and log systems in a neat and accurate manner.

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  Assists supervisor in recording statistics and generates reports.

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  Processes cancellations, credits, and additions of test procedures.

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  Picks up, unpacks, dates and stores in a timely manner according to manufacturers’ recommendation.

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  Checks packing slips, verifies number of items received, documents, and gives copy to supervisor/designee.

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  Removes, empty boxes and recyclable material and disposes of them as per Standard Operating Procedures.

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  Prepares biohazard containers for use and then disposal.

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  Prepares samples for shipping.

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  Assures accuracy and completeness throughout the patient registration process.

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  Follows up with patient’s physician to request missing information or to clarify test orders appropriately and in a timely manner.

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  Assists in the maintenance of hardware by changing paper, labels, and/or printer ribbons when necessary.

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  Serves as a lead/back-up when Supervisor is unavailable.

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  Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

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  Phlebotomist Certification

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  HIV

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  BLS

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.