Phlebotomist - Ambulatory

Tower Health • Philadelphia, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist demonstrates skill in pediatric phlebotomy and skin puncture techniques following all patient care and department policy and procedure guidelines. Acts as a primary laboratory representative to the patient. Is responsible for a timely and accurate collection of clinically acceptable specimens with proper identification of all patient information and transporting, processing and storing the laboratory specimens.

Requirements

• High School Diploma - or - GED
• A minimum of one year in pediatric phlebotomy training/experience in a clinical or laboratory setting is required.
• BLS certification by the American Heart Association (must be obtained within 30 days of hire date)
• Phlebotomy certification
• Computer Skills to include use and navigation
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Medical Terminology
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• General Clerical Skills
• Multitasking

Responsibilities

• Performs lab draws, heel sticks, etc.
• Uses appropriate patient identifiers.
• Maintains a working knowledge of both the laboratory and hospital information systems and tools.
• Provides dispatching or coordinating of collections and performs procedures in a standardized, accurate manner.
• Knowledge of the parameters of acceptability and critical values.
• Expected to perform other duties as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED