Phlebotomy Tech I

Coshocton Regional Medical Center•Coshocton, OH

About The Position

The Phlebotomy Technician I performs skin punctures and venipunctures on patients of all ages to obtain blood specimens for clinical laboratory analysis, under the supervision of the Laboratory Director, Manager, or Supervisor. The role also includes clerical and specimen-processing duties and may include assisting with sample pickup, pathology, inventory, supplies, deliveries, and communications. Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager or director. Coshocton Regional Medical Center is a 56-bed, not-for-profit hospital serving East Central Ohio. It provides 24-hour emergency services and acute care, including hospital-based physician clinics, and is part of the Prime Healthcare Foundation. The position includes a shift differential and is full-time on the evening shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: current AHA BCLS certificate.
Preferred: at least one year of clinical laboratory experience.

Nice To Haves

Current BCLS (AHA) certificate.
Minimum one year of clinical laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Perform skin punctures and venipunctures on patients of all ages to obtain specimens for clinical laboratory analysis.
Perform computer data entry, filing, telephone communication, and other clerical duties.
Maintain adequate knowledge of terminology for tests ordered in the laboratory.
Communicate with patients and visitors politely and in a friendly manner, including using appropriate telephone etiquette.
Use proper phlebotomy techniques and equipment to collect specimens from newborns through geriatric patients.
Process microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank specimens.
Process specimens for referral to reference laboratories.
Stock routine supplies.
Maintain the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers, and work areas.
Process or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation according to established policies and procedures.
May pick up samples at the hospital or operating room; assist laboratory specialties with sorting and putting away samples; assist pathology; conduct inventory; replenish or order supplies; handle mail pickup and delivery, faxing, phone calls, and product deliveries.