Phlebotomy Technician with Pediatric & Geriatric Specialization
Phlebotomy Technician with Pediatric & Geriatric Specialization is an important part of the healthcare profession. They are responsible for drawing blood from patients for laboratory testing, transfusions, donations, or research. They provide a safe and comfortable environment for patients while performing venipuncture procedures. They must be well-versed in the proper techniques and protocols for collecting blood samples from pediatric and geriatric patients.
Primary duties include:
• Collecting blood samples from pediatric and geriatric patients using venipuncture techniques.
• Following established protocols for the collection, handling, and storage of blood samples.
• Ensuring accuracy of patient information and samples collected.
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Ensuring proper labeling and coding of samples.
• Documenting collected samples and patient information.
• Assisting with laboratory test preparation as necessary.
• Assisting with other patient care duties as needed.
• Keeping abreast of new developments in the field and attending conferences and workshops.
Is This the Right Career for You?
If you are looking to pursue a career as a Phlebotomy Technician with Pediatric & Geriatric Specialization, the first step you should take is to complete an accredited Phlebotomy Technician program. After graduating, you can then apply for certification through a recognized professional organization such as the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). Once you have obtained your certification, you may then choose to pursue additional specialized training and certification inPediatrics and/or Geriatrics. This will enable you to become an expert in the field and provide the highest quality of care for these patient populations.
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Program Description
A phlebotomy technician draws blood and prepares it for testing. Since many people fear needles and the sight of blood, the phlebotomy technician instills trust and comfort in patients by creating a safe, professional, and compassionate environment. Constantly evolving technology has created a constantly growing demand for medical lab tests, and phlebotomy technicians are benefiting from this. The range of skills a phlebotomist masters are useful in almost every other healthcare career path. The median income for phlebotomy technicians in 2015-2016 was $33,000 (entry-level starts at $22,000 and highly experienced technicians earn $45,000).
What’s in this program? Lessons on related anatomy, venipuncture tools and techniques, processing samples, and ways to help prepare patients physically and mentally for drawing blood. This program also includes a birth to the golden years specialization which provides students with an advantage when pursuing employment in a pediatric and/or geriatric setting.
Included Certification! Included in your program tuition is the exam prep material and an exam voucher for the National Healthcareer Association’s Certified Phlebotomy Technician Certification Exam (CPT).
This program includes an optional clinical externship opportunity at a local healthcare provider! This will give you invaluable hands-on experience. Additional fees may apply for a background check, drug test and other externship site testing requirements. Fees will be paid by the student at the time of placement in the optional externship.
Summary: Phlebotomist skills are needed in almost every healthcare environment, and the time to learn those skills is relatively short.
Phlebotomy Technicians are critical team members at hospitals, diagnostic laboratories and blood donor centers. As advancements in medical technology rise, it’s an especially exciting time to begin a career in this thriving field. This program is ideal for individuals with no previous phlebotomy or healthcare experience as well as individuals working in healthcare who wish to further their knowledge, skills, and potential advance their career. This program is also targeted at individuals working in the phlebotomy field that are looking to advance their career by obtaining their certification. This program also includes a birth to the golden years specialization which provides students with an advantage when pursuing employment in a pediatric and/or geriatric setting. Set yourself up for success and reach your career goals in the rewarding healthcare industry.
• The history of phlebotomy and the healthcare setting
• Quality assurance and legal issues
• Infection control, safety, first aid, and personal wellness
• Universal precautions including safety protocols
• Laboratory operations
• Blood banks and blood typing
• Human anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system
• Specimen collection, processing, and handling
• Blood collection equipment, additives, and order of draw
• Venipuncture specimen collection procedures
• Arterial puncture procedures
• Pediatric and geriatric blood collection
• Heel puncture, protocol, practice, and syringe draws
• Respiratory, pneumonia, and TB isolation protocol
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• The History of Healthcare
• Healthcare Etiquette
• Professional Situations and Applications
Module 2: Communication in Healthcare
• Healthcare Teams
• Team Success
• Champions
Module 3: Medical Documentation and Record Keeping: HIPAA
• Use and Disclosure
• Real Life Scenarios
• HIPAA Laws, Policies, and Requirements
Module 4: OSHA Infection Control Compliance
• Introduction to Infection Control
• Personal Protection
• Protection of the Office Environment
• Instruments, Specialized Equipment & Laboratory Specimens
• Infectious Patients & Healthcare Workers
• Waste Management Plan
• Chemical Disinfection
• Heat Sterilization
• Exposure Control
• General Safety Standards
• Employee Training
• OSHA'S Required Records
Module 5: Medical Terminology
• Word Structure
• Prefix, Root Word, and Suffix
• Organization of the Body
• Diagnostic Testing and Radiology
Module 6: Anatomy & Physiology
• Anatomy and Physiology Basics
• Musculoskeletal, Integumentary, and Respiratory Systems
• Digestive, Reproductive, and Urinary Systems
• Blood and the Cardiovascular System
• Lymphatic, Immune, and Endocrine Systems
• Nervous and Sensory Systems
Module 7: Venipuncture Equipment and Safety
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Tourniquets
• Antiseptics
• Evacuated Collection Tubes
• Post-exposure Needle stick Follow-Up
Module 8: Needles and Supplies in Phlebotomy
• Multisample Needles
• Needle Holders
• Syringes
• Winged Infusion Sets (Butterfly Assembly)
Module 9: Venipuncture
• Patient Prep
• Preparing Venipuncture
• Performing Venipuncture
• Completing Venipuncture
• Complications with Venipuncture
Module 10: Capillary Puncture
• Equipment
• Site Selection
• Patient Prep
• Collecting the Specimen
Module 11: Specimen Handling
• Chain of Custody
• Capillary Puncture Specimen Handling
Module 12: Pediatrics
• Common Conditions in the Pediatric Population
• Communicating with Pediatric Patients and Parents
• Age-Related Development
Module 13: Geriatrics
• Role in the geriatric office
• The physical changes that take place during aging
• The psychological aspects of aging
• The social components of the aging process
• The nutritional needs and challenges associated with aging
• The various cultural views of the elderly in society
Internet Connection
• Broadband or High-Speed (DSL, Cable, Wireless)
Hardware Requirements
• Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
• Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
Software Requirements
• Operating Systems - Windows 7, 8 or 10; Mac OS x 10 or higher
• Microsoft Office 2007, 2010 or 2013 or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
• Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
• Cookies MUST be enabled
• Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
• Adobe PDF Reader
Certification
Students who complete this program will have the opportunity to pursue the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Phlebotomy Technician Exam. In addition, several state and national certification exams exist to test the competency of aspiring phlebotomy technicians.
Each state may have additional licensing requirements, be sure to research your states requirements for employment by visiting your states occupation board.
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Description
Certification
Exam
Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
Benefits
A Phlebotomy Technician with Pediatric & Geriatric Specialization certification can benefit their employers in several ways. First, this type of certification helps to ensure that the technician has the necessary knowledge and skills to safely and accurately draw blood from patients of all ages, including the elderly and pediatric populations. This can help to increase patient safety and satisfaction, which is important to any healthcare facility. Additionally, having this type of certification can help to make the technician more marketable and increase their earning potential. Finally, this certification can help to improve the overall quality of care provided by the healthcare facility, as certified technicians are more likely to be knowledgeable and up-to-date on best practices for phlebotomy.
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• Open Enrollment
• Admissions and Student Support
• Multimedia Rich and Interactive Content
• Industry Certification Exam, when applicable
• Hands-on Opportunity Upon Completion
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