Phlebotomy- PRN

UMC Health System

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Phlebotomists are responsible for efficiently and accurately performing blood draws and assisting with other minor laboratory test on patients. This position has much interaction with nursing staff and other hospital departments. Phlebotomist I can expect to stand for long periods of time and walk frequently. This position also requires frequent stooping, sitting, reaching, bending and kneeling. The incumbent may also be required to carry items up to 50 pounds. Near visual acuity is required. Hours may be irregular to accommodate department staffing requirements. This position is subject to inside environmental changes that may include constant change in temperatures and minimal exposure to cleaning, staining, and testing chemicals.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Completion of a phlebotomy or medical assisting program
Demonstrated commitment to UMC Core Values
Willing to work a flexible work schedule, both inpatient and outpatient

Responsibilities

Prepare patient rooms for blood draws and/or lab procedures; gathering medical testing materials
Assist in performing minor lab test that include but not limited to pregnancy, MONO, and certain other rapid testing, when needed
Use standard protocol to properly identify patient information before labeling samples
Adequately updating patient information in database
Address STAT and timed laboratory requests timely and in a courteous manner
Participate in teaching/ training new phlebotomist
All other assigned duties related to the medical lab