Phlebotomist
About The Position
Collects blood samples from inpatients and outpatients. Identifies samples which have been incorrectly collected or processed. Processes physician orders for laboratory testing. Represents the laboratory in a professional manner to patients, hospital staff and medical staff. DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The laboratory teams at Samaritan Health Services have responsibilities for testing samples that may include blood, body fluids and tissue to aid in diagnosis of diseases, illnesses or conditions that may need medical attention. Lab tests are processed for hospital inpatients and emergency room patients twenty four hours a day. In addition, testing is performed on outpatient and clinic specimens. All Samaritan Health Services labs are licensed by the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments Act (CLIA), and accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP).
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Healthcare Provider Level BLS required.
- Training in an approved Phlebotomy Training Program or one (1) year recent phlebotomy experience required, or Samaritan's Phlebotomy Training Program.
Nice To Haves
- Phlebotomist Certification preferred.
- Selected applicants, without prior training or experience, may qualify for Samaritan's Phlebotomy training program.
Responsibilities
- Collects blood samples from inpatients and outpatients.
- Identifies samples which have been incorrectly collected or processed.
- Processes physician orders for laboratory testing.
- Represents the laboratory in a professional manner to patients, hospital staff and medical staff.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
