Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy - Regular full-time 2023-6521

Summary of Duties Performs venipuncture on inpatients and outpatients Performs ECGs on inpatients and outpatients Provides documentation review for patients requiring service Facilitates procurement of miscellaneous specimens Arranges for the transport of the specimens to the laboratory Maintains required inventory and forms, maintains work areas Collects and organizes documents as required Provides assistance to address issues with patients, referring offices and internal departments Practices in a safe manner, maintains a safe working environment and complies with IP&C practices and provides patient-centred care Collects and documents workload statistics and files safety reports as required Uses hospital information systems to access procedures Participates in CQI initiatives and assists in training of staff   Qualifications/Skills Successful completion of a Community College program for Medical Laboratory Assistants (must include Phlebotomy and ECG) MLPAO (previously known as OSMT) certification required CSMLS MLA certification an asset Minimum one (1) year recent experience in venipuncture required Hospital venipuncture experience will be an asset Working knowledge of computers for requisition entry; experience with Sunquest Laboratory Information System will be an asset Experience with electronic Positive Patient Identification (ePPID) such as Sunquest Collection Manager (CLM) will be an asset Detail oriented and able to follow departmental procedures Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member and adjust to varying work assignments as needed, or independently, as required Ability to work safely and accurately, follow directives from assigned Team Leader, and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner Demonstrated satisfactory work performance, punctuality and attendance records Demonstrated good communication skills and interpersonal skills