Phlebotomist, Inpatient Phlebotomy

South Shore Health•Weymouth, MA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist performs phlebotomy functions and non-technical duties in the inpatient phlebotomy department at South Shore Hospital. The role collects blood specimens by venipuncture, fingerstick, and heelstick; identifies patients and labels specimens; prioritizes and transports STAT and routine specimens; and uses computer and handheld identification systems to complete orders and collection records. The position also supports co-workers, may assist with training new employees and student interns under supervision, and may provide reception and phone coverage in the outpatient lab when required. The Phlebotomist maintains department equipment, supplies, and work areas; records refrigerator temperatures; follows organizational and departmental policies; and adheres to safety and infection-control procedures, including use of personal protective equipment when handling blood or body fluids. The position is full-time, budgeted for 40 hours, on a day shift, Monday through Friday, including every other weekend and holidays when required. The stated compensation range is $20.10–$28.75.

Requirements

One year of full-time work experience is preferred.
Certified or eligible for certification with the National Phlebotomy Association is preferred.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) – various.

Nice To Haves

Equivalent of four years of high school education.
One year of full-time work experience.
Certification or eligibility for certification with the National Phlebotomy Association.

Responsibilities

Perform venipuncture, fingerstick, and heelstick collections using established procedures and appropriate techniques.
Verify patient identity and label specimen tubes accurately, completing labeling at the bedside when using the automated patient identification system.
Prioritize STAT draws, collect them within the required timeframes, and ensure timely transport of specimens to the laboratory.
Use computers and handheld systems to verify information, enter orders, generate collection lists, and add or cancel tests as needed.
Organize assigned work, complete assigned patient draws by the end of the shift, and accurately track workload.
Assist co-workers with blood-drawing procedures and communicate with floors, laboratory departments, and the supervisor about collection issues.
Assist with training new employees and student interns under supervision and serve as a resource to new employees.
Follow organizational and department policies and procedures, and adapt to changes in assignments and workload.
Provide outpatient lab reception coverage when required, greet patients, and answer phones courteously.
Clean and maintain equipment, phlebotomy baskets, work areas, rooms, supplies, and safety and waste containers.
Record refrigerator temperatures daily and notify the supervisor when they are outside established limits.
Follow laboratory and hospital safety and infection-control procedures, including use of personal protective equipment when required.