Phlebotomy Tech I

Prime Healthcare•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. The position is under the supervision of the Laboratory Director, Manager, or Supervisor. Duties also include clerical and specimen-processing tasks, maintaining supplies and work areas, and assisting with other laboratory operations as assigned. Coshocton Regional Medical Center is a 56-bed, not-for-profit hospital serving East Central Ohio. It provides 24-hour emergency and acute care services and is part of the Prime Healthcare Foundation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of one year of clinical laboratory experience is preferred.
Current BCLS (AHA) certificate is preferred.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform skin punctures and venipunctures on patients of all ages to obtain blood specimens for laboratory analysis.
Perform computer data entry, filing, telephone communication, and other clerical duties.
Understand terminology for tests ordered in the laboratory.
Greet patients and visitors politely and communicate effectively, including using proper telephone etiquette.
Use appropriate phlebotomy techniques and equipment to collect specimens from newborns through geriatric patients.
Process microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank specimens.
Prepare specimens for referral to reference laboratories.
Stock routine supplies and maintain 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.
As needed, pick up samples at the hospital or operating room; assist laboratory specialties with sorting and storing samples; assist pathology; manage inventory and replenish or order supplies; handle mail pickup and delivery, faxing, phone calls, and product deliveries.
Perform other tasks or responsibilities assigned by the department manager or director.