Phlebotomist - PRN

Odessa Regional Medical Center • Odessa, TX

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Draws and collects blood samples from all age patients, verifies records and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis. Relies on SOP instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under Phlebotomy Lead/ immediate supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Requirements

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification by a nationally recognized body (ASCP preferred).
• Has knowledge of commonly collecting devices, anatomy concepts, best practice collections, and disinfection procedures.
• Has been deemed competent to work independently.
• Knowledgeable to maintain Worklist & keep up with order timeline, the quick receipt to specimens into the lab system, attesting to the patient identification / tube accuracy & general knowledge of the corrects tubes needs plus the order of draw.
• Follows instructions & is self-sufficient once deemed competent.
• Possesses team-mindedness.
• Is an excellent lab ambassador when outside the lab.
• Is very cooperative to nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Draws and collects blood samples from all age patients.
• Verifies records and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Maintains Worklist & keeps up with order timeline.
• Ensures quick receipt of specimens into the lab system.
• Attests to patient identification / tube accuracy.
• Demonstrates general knowledge of correct tubes needs plus the order of draw.
• Helps train new staff.
• Acts as a lab ambassador when outside the lab.
• Is cooperative to nursing staff.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED