Title: Module 9 Case Discussion
Course: Allied Health Assistant (Phlebotomy) > Section: Module 9

A phlebotomist is working in a physician’s office, but actually is an employee of a local lab. However, the Doctor’s office did not have anyone on staff that was qualified to draw blood. In between blood draws, the phlebotomist keeps busy by helping with some of the paperwork, taking vital signs (pulse, respirations, blood pressure, height and weight) and helping the staff however she can.

How might this lab be risking financial penalties?

Under what law would this issue be covered?

Do you believe it should be considered a problem or is the law too stringent?

Comment on at least 2 of your classmates’ posts.