Phlebotomist (Floater)
LABTECH DIAGNOSTICS•San Antonio, TX
1d
About The Position
Phlebotomists are responsible for the drawing, collecting, and handling of all laboratory specimens. Phlebotomists perform a collection of specimens for the following age groups: Newborns, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, Senior Adult and Geriatric. The phlebotomist is an OSHA Category I employee, performing tasks which involve exposure to blood and bodily fluids.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer service-oriented position
- Physical abilities required include: Repetitive motion, standing, walking, lifting, visual acuity, speaking, writing, reading, kneeling, reaching, turning and bending
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a Phlebotomy or Medical Office Assistant course preferred
Responsibilities
- Providing coverage at multiple locations
- Working flexible hours
- Interacting courteously and tactfully with the customer and actively seek his/her opinion
- Demonstrating good communication skills in instructing patients on special collections
- Following HIPAA guidelines for confidentiality
- Completing assignments in a timely manner
- Maintaining a professional attitude and personal appearance
- Following all Universal Precautions guidelines
- Utilizing all safety equipment (gloves, masks, etc.)
- Being familiar with Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Communications, and Laboratory Safety Manuals
- Reviewing the Phlebotomy Manual annually
- Following the procedure for specimen collection: Venipuncture, Capillary sticks (utilize heel-warmers), Urinalysis, Throat Cultures & Strep, Glucose Tolerances, and First Aid
- Knowing how to handle patients with adverse reactions to venipuncture
- Computer proficiency for data entry and data accuracy (Life Points)
- Registering patients and act as the receptionist
- Using two identifiers before collecting patient specimens
- Assuring safety through appropriate specimen labeling
- Notifying physicians of critical lab results
- Cleaning and organizing the phlebotomy area
- Stocking inventory upon delivery and break down boxes
- Performing additional duties as requested by supervisor
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
