Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

Coordinates with physicians and donors to collect, process and test umbilical cord blood. Collects and processes maternal blood samples.

Qualifications

Certification as a phlebotomist or medical assistant plus two year experience in phlebotomy or equivalency required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.

An Associate degree or Certification as a phlebotomist or Medical Assistant and cord blood collection experience preferred. Proficiency in English and Spanish also preferred.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

1. Coordinates with physicians, nurses and donors for the collection of cord blood.
2. Consents donors and obtains their medical history.
3. Collects, labels and tests umbilical cord blood.
4. Collects and labels maternal blood samples.
5. Prepares specimens for transport to lab.
6. Controls supply inventory and maintains relevant equipment.

Problem Solving

Incumbent acts as a liaison between the donor and the health care providers to ensure a successful and adequate collection of cord blood and that an accurate medical history is taken. These are required to ensure the sample is accepted for future transplant.

Comments

The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.  The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.