Phlebotomy Tech II

Roxborough Memorial Hospital•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Certified Phlebotomy Technician II (CPT II) performs skin punctures and venipunctures on patients of all ages to collect blood specimens for clinical laboratory analysis. The role works under the supervision of the Laboratory Director, Manager, or Supervisor and must meet state regulatory certification requirements for work in the clinical laboratory. The position also includes clerical and specimen-processing duties, maintaining laboratory supplies and work areas, and may involve supporting multiple departments or working a night shift. The technician may perform point-of-care testing after training and documented competency. Other duties may be assigned by the department manager or director.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current and valid state certification as a CPT.
BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained as current.
At least two years 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.
Use knowledge of laboratory test terminology and communicate politely and effectively with patients and visitors.
Apply proper phlebotomy techniques and use appropriate equipment when collecting 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 and order 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.
May pick up samples at the hospital or OR; assist laboratory specialties with sorting and putting away samples; assist pathology; manage inventory and supplies; handle mail pickup and delivery, faxing, phone answering, and product deliveries.
May work across multiple departments or on a night or graveyard shift.
May perform point-of-care testing after training and documented competency.
Perform other duties or responsibilities assigned by the department manager or director.