-
Phlebotomy
Practice of drawing blood from patient
-
-
-
Job Skills
- Technical, highly organized, detail oriented
- Interpersonal skills, handle stress
- Deal with difficult patients
- Malfunctioning equipment, STAT response
- Calm, professional manner
-
Purpose of Phlebotomy
Obtain blood samples for analysis
-
Personal Characteristics
- First medical professional a patient meets
- Represent self, lab, and facility
- Sets tone for patient stay
-
Characteristics
- Dependability
- Honesty / Integrity
- Positive Attitude
- Empathy / Compassion
- Professional Detatchment
- Professional Appearance
- Interpersonal / Telephone Skills
-
4 Aspects Professional Monitoring
- Accreditation
- Certification
- Licensure
- Continuing Medical Education
-
Accreditation
- For institutions that train phlebotomists
- Meeting / documenting established standards (class and externship)
- National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)
-
Certification
- Evidence an individual has demonstrated proficiency in particular area of practice
- Certifying State Exam
- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
-
Licensure
- Documented permit issued
- Grants permission for service / procedures certified on
-
Continuing Education units (CEU's)
- To remain certified
- Updates on new information, regulations, and techniques
- Refresh skills less used
-
2 Most Important Legal Aspects Phlebo
- Informed Consent
- Confidentiality
-
Informed Consent
- Patient must be informed of treatments / risks before they are performed
- Patient must consent before proceed
-
Confidentiality
- All info on patient is confidential medical info
- Never talk about patient info
- Covered / Enforced by HIPAA
-
Patient Refusal Blood Draw
Ensure patient's doctor notified promptly
|
|
