Phlebotomy Technician

Reid Health

11d

About The Position

Medical professionals who work within a clinical laboratory, collecting blood and samples from patients and adequately identifying, labeling, and maintaining their preanalytical integrity prior to laboratory testing. The position works 36 hours per week on the night shift, in three 12-hour shifts from 1600 to 0430. Rotating holidays and weekends are required, along with 2–4-hour on-call shifts per week.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Properly identifies patients by asking their first and last name and date of birth and comparing this information to the orders provided.
Follows all proper collection techniques as defined by policy.
Documents the time drawn and the collector’s identity on all specimens.
Completes routine blood draws within five minutes.
Responds promptly to stat orders, obtaining the specimen within 10 minutes of the order time.
Collects non-blood specimens following proper protocols.
Performs inventory of supplies and restocks as necessary.
Orders tests appropriately.
Completes maintenance logs as required by policy.
Centrifuges and processes specimens as necessary based on location worked.
Uses communication devices, including headsets as appropriate.
Performs other duties or responsibilities that management deems necessary.