Phlebotomist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain CPR certification within 90 days of hire, and maintains it.
• Strong knowledge of specimen collection techniques and patient identification procedures.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Requires the ability to interact positively with coworkers, physicians, nursing staff, and patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection procedures on patients of all ages, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
• Accurately identify patients and verify specimen collection orders.
• Label, process, and transport specimens according to established laboratory procedures.
• Ensure proper specimen handling and storage to maintain specimen integrity.
• Explain procedures to patients and address concerns in a professional and compassionate manner.
• Collect specimens in inpatient, outpatient, emergency department, and specialty care settings as needed.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and hospital policies.
• Enter patient and specimen information into laboratory information systems accurately.
• Follow infection prevention, safety, and regulatory standards at all times.

Benefits

• Benefits Eligible