WAIVED TESTING TECHNICIAN-FULL TIME

$36,400 - $43,680/Yr

Oswego Health - Oswego, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Oswego, NY

1,001-5,000 employees

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Waived Testing/Phlebotomy Technician will work independently at all remote sites to obtain blood and urine specimens from patients of all ages, from newborns to geriatrics, using appropriate techniques. This role requires the technician to be trained and qualified to perform waived testing per protocol and accurately record patient results and quality control data. The technician will coordinate and obtain blood samples utilizing various devices, ensuring that the correct collection container and preservative are used. Routine venipuncture, blood cultures, and capillary blood gases must be performed in accordance with institutional policies, and appropriate skin disinfectants must be utilized to ensure test results are not compromised. In addition to specimen collection, the technician will be responsible for properly processing specimens after phlebotomy to maintain their integrity. This includes centrifuging, separating, or freezing specimens as necessary. The technician will also use the Laboratory Information System to order tests, print bar code labels, and fax results. Waived testing will be performed according to manufacturer and laboratory procedures for various tests, including sodium, potassium, glucose, and Rapid HIV, among others. Quality control materials must be analyzed and recorded prior to patient testing, and any unacceptable quality control data must be addressed immediately. The technician will maintain organized quality control records, perform routine quality assurance surveys at off-site draw stations, and inventory supplies at various drawing stations. They will also ensure that all tests sent to outside reference labs are handled appropriately to protect specimen integrity. The role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to educate patients about procedures, and the capacity to work independently while interacting with patients of all ages. The technician will also assist with obtaining appropriate diagnosis codes from physicians and perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and obtain blood samples from patients using multiple devices.
• Perform routine venipuncture, blood cultures, and capillary blood gases according to institutional policies.
• Utilize appropriate skin disinfectants to ensure test results are not compromised.
• Collect and process urine specimens for drug analysis, ensuring they are fresh and properly documented.
• Accurately label collected specimens with the correct patient information.
• Educate patients about any special preparations or procedures prior to collection.
• Process specimens after phlebotomy to ensure integrity upon arrival at the laboratory.
• Use the Laboratory Information System to order tests and document specimen collection.
• Perform waived testing according to manufacturer and laboratory procedures for various tests.
• Analyze quality control material and record results prior to patient testing.
• Notify urgent care staff of critical test results immediately and document notifications.
• Maintain organized quality control records and perform routine quality assurance surveys at draw stations.
• Inventory supplies at drawing stations and develop order lists to replenish stock.
• Maintain phlebotomy trays in a sanitary condition and restock as needed.
• Document refrigerator/freezer temperatures at various draw stations.
• Address Advanced Beneficiary Notices (ABNs) with confidentiality and educate patients on their importance.

Requirements

• Completion of a Medical Assistance/Phlebotomy program that includes instruction in Point of Care testing.
• Three years of phlebotomy experience.
• Ability to interact with patients from newborns to geriatrics.
• Basic office skills such as data entry, sorting, and record keeping.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in standard computer programs, including Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement