Central Processing Clerk

SCOPE OF POSITION: Processes patient specimens and prepares them for testing by the Laboratory departments. This includes patient registration, test ordering, labeling of specimens, centrifugation and preparing specimens for the Laboratory departments. ? RESPONSIBILITIES: * Enter patient registration information into HIS from paper registration form or by direct interview of patient. * Recognizes incomplete information on Laboratory requisitions takes proper steps to resolve the problem. * Processes orders for Laboratory testing using established order entry procedures in HIS and/or LIS. * Prioritizes processing of specimens and performs all aspects of specimen handling, including labeling, * Accessioning and centrifugation, according to established procedures for the patient population served including neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and older adult. * Evaluates specimen integrity and correctly handles specimens to expedite testing process. If previously trained as a phlebotomist, maintains competency in phlebotomy for cross coverage purposes. * Process specimens for reference laboratory testing for the patient population served including neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and older adult. Arrange for courier service as needed. Enter and/or verify test results from reference laboratory testing. * Maintain work areas in a sanitary condition. Perform equipment maintenance as scheduled. Follows * Universal Precautions at all times. * Answer phone inquiries regarding specimen collection and handling and/or patient test results for the patient population served including neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and older adult. * Maintain a working knowledge of both HIS and LIS; including downtime procedures for both computer systems. * Promotes effective working relationships and works effectively with coworkers to facilitate the departments * ability to meet goals and objectives. * Keeps current on advances in Laboratory Services. Participates in and shares continuing education to maintain professional development and competency for patient population served including: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. * Performs all other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS: * High School graduate * Prior Laboratory experience preferred * Phlebotomy skills helpful, but not required * Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. * Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. * Ability to interact with internal an external customers with tact and confidentiality * Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. bloodborne pathogens, physical requirements: lifting, and carrying supplies, standing, walking and bending.

Created: 2024-10-31