Student - Laboratory Aide, Upmc Carlisle

Purpose:

Functions as a member of the Department of Laboratory Services by providing direct patient care by drawing venous blood samples for testing as requested by a physician. Performs analytical procedures using laboratory instruments. Performs associated clerical functions and reports results.

Responsibilities:

• Properly labels specimens with patient's name, hospital and room number, name of test, date and time collected and phlebotomist's initials.

• Assists techs in all sections as directed by supervisor or tech in charge

• Prior to collecting blood samples, identifies patient by identification armband, checking it with label using two unique identifiers

• Appearance is professional and in accordance with the Department of Laboratory Services dress code and hospital policy.

• Communicates with patients, explaining procedures prior to venipuncture. Serves patient in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort.

• Processes outpatients, to include interpreting physician orders, venipuncture and billing.

• Is responsible for checking inventory of reagents, disposables, etc. for tests he/she is performing and notifies supervisor if reorder is appropriate.

• Performs receptionist duties.

• Collects routine, fasting, timed and stat blood samples as indicated on label ordered by a physician and entered into the computer.

• Helps to keep the section neat and orderly which includes putting reagents, glassware and supplies away and cleaning up after completion of work.

• Reports performed work clearly and fully as expected by the supervisor. Must understand basic procedures as designated by the supervisor

Qualifications:

• High school graduate; three years of college and clinical internship experience.

• Rotation through specific departments and phlebotomy.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran