Pathology Patient Care Technician at Texas Children's Medical Center

DescriptionWe are searching for a Pathology Patient Care Technician -- someone who works well in a fast-paced this position you will perform phlebotomy order entry specimen processing and clerical tasks in the Central Receiving and Processing section of the Pathology Department. This role also trains new staff manages defects and processes specimens for reference laboratory referral.Think youve got what it takesQualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required PBT-ASCP certification preferred 1 year phlebotomy/specimen processing experience requiredResponsibilities: Adheres to hospital and departmental patient identification policies by ensuring to check that the two patient identifiers match on the patients armband the labels and requisition prior to performing phlebotomy Orders labels and processes specimens for testing in laboratory Processes and packages specimens for shipping to the Main Campus other reference labs Communicates and interacts with handles patients families and staff Independently investigates and resolves discrepancies with patient demographics and OPTIO labels by contacting personnel in other departments nurses Admissions staff using the EPM Demonstrates theoretical and practical knowledge of the procedures and equipment; maintains skills and demonstrates competency via performance documentation and observation by supervisory staff Performs and participates in proficiency testing programs to validate competency as required Trains new employees and evaluates competency of other Pathology Patient Care Liaison staff in the performance of phlebotomy order entry and clerical and computer functions centrifugation labeling and other proceduresRequired Experience:IC Key Skills Air Ticketing,API,CAD CAM,Data Management,Equity,Import & Export Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1