Phlebotomist, Part Time 20 hours 2nd Shift, Lab Department

Day Kimball Hospital • Putnam, CT

65d

About The Position

As the Phlebotomist, you will be a vital member of a dynamic team responsible for obtaining blood specimens from all ages of patients using both venipuncture and micro-techniques. The obtained tube/specimen type is appropriate for the testing ordered by the physician. Instructs patients to collect urine as ordered either using chain of custody, sterile or non-sterile technique, and collect throat cultures. Has total understanding of patient safety and laboratory techniques necessary to guarantee complete patient safety and anonymity.

Requirements

• Graduation and certification from approved phlebotomy program or recognized certifying agency is preferred.
• Valid driver's license and proof of current liability insurance as well as reliable vehicle required.
• 5 years of experience in a hospital lab preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Skills with techniques of venipuncture and micro-puncture technique.
• Knowledge of Infection control and OSHA requirements to protect self.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems, including but not limited to, order entry, inquiry and specimen tracking.
• Excellent communication skills including telephone, written correspondence and speaking.
• Knowledge of OSHA and those regulations relating to the use of biohazards.
• Knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Obtains blood specimens from variety of patient types either inpatient, outpatient homebound, physician office or nursing home patients using either micro or venipuncture techniques.
• Identifies patient correctly using latest procedures/policies. Patient's full name and date of birth.
• Ability to register and order test when needed.
• Reviews requisition and decides which tubes to draw to obtain appropriate specimens to complete physician's order.
• Reviews requisition and generated labels for accuracy and initial all tubes.
• Accounts for tourniquet at completion of venipuncture procedure.
• Assesses patient to determine method or procedure to maximize integrity of specimen, using a discard tube when needed and racking all serum tubes.
• Provides instruction to patients when setting up tolerance testing or collecting appropriate urine specimens.
• Instructs/trains students or UR/PCTs from the ED in order that phlebotomy in the ED be completed by ED staff.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account
• Pharmacy Plan
• 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution
• Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
• Vacation Time
• Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• Education Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Additional Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees