Phlebotomist/Specimen Processor - 24 Hours Day Shift, to work three 6:30-3PM shifts a week.

Sturdy Memorial Hospital•Attleboro, MA

11d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Laboratory Operations Manager, Supervisor, or Phlebotomy Coordinator, and in accordance with hospital and department policies and procedures, the Phlebotomist/Specimen Processor performs clerical and receptionist duties to receive, direct, and process patient specimens in the laboratory. The role also performs age-appropriate phlebotomy procedures for patients in sub-acute and long-term care facilities and adult day care centers. The position is scheduled for 24 hours per week, working three shifts per week from 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There are no weekend or holiday shifts. The role requires collecting and processing specimens accurately and promptly, providing compassionate care to patients, and coordinating with nursing staff, laboratory personnel, and physicians. Work involves frequent exposure to blood and bodily fluids and may take place in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Requirements

High school graduate.
Successful completion of an approved phlebotomy program.
Must have phlebotomy certification or be certification eligible; certification is required within one year of hire.
Minimum of 1–3 years of experience as a phlebotomist in a hospital laboratory setting.
Excellent customer service and phlebotomy skills.
Ability to follow directions with minimal supervision.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including required work hours, locations, and physical demands, with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to health or safety.
Able to stand and walk for extended periods, bend and reach frequently, perform fine-motor tasks, and push and maneuver phlebotomy carts weighing up to 25 pounds.
Adequate visual acuity to identify veins, read orders and labels, and complete documentation; able to hear normal speech, alarms, and other auditory signals.
Able to manage interactions with a diverse patient population, including pediatric, geriatric, unconscious, or combative individuals, and to steady or calm patients when needed.
Able to work with frequent exposure to blood and other bodily fluids while adhering to universal precautions and using personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Excellent command of oral and written English.
Positive interpersonal communication skills and good organizational skills.
Demonstrates good judgment in handling situations not covered by written or verbal communication.
Experience using an electronic positive patient identification system.
Experience with pre-analytical specimen collection requirements.

Responsibilities

Collect blood specimens from patients of all ages using approved venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques and following infection-control and safety protocols.
Verify patient identity using at least two identifiers before collection and label specimens at the bedside or point of collection.
Prepare, label, and deliver specimens to the appropriate laboratory departments within required time frames while maintaining specimen integrity according to protocol.
Access and review electronic laboratory orders and accurately enter collection data and notes into the hospital’s electronic medical record.
Provide compassionate, professional care and communicate procedures clearly and respectfully to patients, including those who are anxious, non-verbal, or cognitively impaired.
Follow hospital, departmental, and regulatory policies related to infection prevention, HIPAA, OSHA standards, and safe handling of biohazardous materials.
Monitor and restock collection trays, carts, and storage areas; notify supervisors of equipment malfunctions or inventory needs.
Coordinate timely specimen collection with nursing staff, laboratory personnel, and physicians; participate in shift handoffs, team meetings, and performance-improvement initiatives.
Respond promptly to STAT, timed, and critical collection requests, including requests from emergency, ICU, surgical, and inpatient units.
Perform specialized collections, such as blood cultures and glucose tolerance tests, and adapt techniques for challenging venous access or patients with special needs.
Perform other duties as assigned; duties and responsibilities may change at any time.