Phlebotomist / Lab Processor - Sandusky Rheumatology Office

Fisher-Titus Medical Center•Sandusky, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs phlebotomy functions and non-technical duties in areas including the hospital laboratory, outpatient and off-site services.

Equivalent of four years of high school education preferred
One year of full time experience preferred
Successful completion of Phlebotomy training program and internship, or equivalent.

Performs phlebotomy (venipuncture, fingerstick, and heelstick) according to established procedure and utilizes computers as appropriate in completing assigned functions.
Identifies patients and properly labels specimen tubes.
Determines priority of STAT draws. Ensures timely transport of all patient specimens to lab. Organizes assigned work and accurately completes assigned workload.
Under supervision will help in the training of new employees and student interns at the hospital in the performance of phlebotomy duties.
Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job-related hazards.
Responsibly follows the hospital exposure control plans/bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra-departmentally to facilitate the department’s/unit’s ability to meet its goals and objectives.
Will act as a receptionist, greet patients, and answer phones in the outpatient lab when required.
Is responsible for the daily cleaning of equipment and maintaining neatness throughout the department.