Phlebotomy Tech

WVU Medicine • New Hope, MN

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About The Position

Responsible for blood and blood culture collection, non-blood specimen collection (including urine, sputum, semen samples, and throat swabs), and chain-of-custody specimen collection. Performs venipunctures and skin punctures competently and expediently. The role supports patient groups ranging from neonates to geriatrics and includes specimen handling, basic laboratory equipment operation, communication, and clerical duties. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week. Employees may be scheduled for various shifts based on departmental needs and may need to travel between facilities or buildings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to use a computer keyboard, monitor, mouse, and calculator.
• Ability to use computer software including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to use fax machines, printers, and other office equipment.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying materials and equipment weighing 40 pounds or more.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, rotate normally, and stand and walk for the entire shift.

Nice To Haves

• Phlebotomy Certification (CPT).
• Six months of phlebotomy experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood and blood cultures, as well as non-blood specimens such as urine, sputum, semen samples, and throat swabs.
• Collect specimens using chain-of-custody procedures, including drug screens when applicable.
• Perform venipunctures and skin punctures competently and expediently.
• Draw blood for patients from neonates to geriatrics while minimizing patient discomfort.
• Label all specimens in the presence of the patient.
• Operate basic laboratory equipment and systems, including centrifuges, computer systems, labeling printers, scanners, and phone systems.
• Communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, clients, and staff.
• Perform clerical duties, including filing, report distribution, processing, and faxing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED