POCT Tech

The ED POCT Technician will function as phlebotomist, coordinator of laboratory specimens for Carteret General Emergency Department and task oriented technician for the Emergency Department under the direction of the POCT Coordinator and ED RN’s. In addition the ED POCT Technician is responsible for the general delivery and transport of supplies, reports, minor equipment and POCT Testing and Supply Management, and any other items as assigned both to and from the laboratory or ED. The ED POCT Technician will perform functions related to specimen collection and processing, order entry, etc. Also, the ED POCT Technician will assist with task oriented office and clinical functions under the direction of the RN with the main priority being on Point of Care Testing. • Task is performed frequently in the daily care of a client or group of clients • Task is performed according to an established sequence of steps • Task may be performed with a predictable outcome • Task does not involve on-going assessment, interpretation or decision-making that cannot be logically separated from the task itself.

The Courier/Phlebotomist will perform functions related to specimen processing, e.g. medical necessity review, order entry, etc. Also, the Courier/Phlebotomist will assist with office and clinical functions and with point of care testing in serviced facilities as appropriate and as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

A. Professional

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Medical assistant or phlebotomy training.
• Two years experience, as a phlebotomist in a hospital setting preferred.
• Current BLS Healthcare Provider Certification
• Demonstrated ability with computers