Phlebotomist - I

Description Position Summary : The Phlebotomist provides expertise in blood draws and specimen preparation. Their ability to put patients at ease and obtain sufficient samples with minimal discomfort to patients across a wide demographic is critical to our commitment to high-quality care for our patients and those of our partners.

PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES : Duties may include but are not necessarily limited to the following : Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.

Collects and stores specimens according to established proceduresProperly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex.

urine or fecal) as requiredDemonstrate technique / s using straight needles and / or butterfly needlesFully understand all of the physicians' ordersMatches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes;

label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orderChecks all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correctPackage specimens for transportStores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container / tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.

Understands and complies with OSHA and DEP regulationsWears appropriate attire including all PPEAttend annual department trainingsAnswer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiriesOther duties as assigned EDUCATION : High School Diploma or GED

Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required (CA, LA, NV and WA requires certification) EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS : Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting and 0 - 2 years of experience.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Excellent patient interaction skills both in person and by phoneStrong attention to detail and the ability to work independently