Phlebotomist

Job Summary:

Obtain clinical samples from patients. Route samples to the appropriate testing area. Enter lab test orders into hospital information systems.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Performs venipuncture, capillary, and related procedures, according to established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, on patients ranging in age from newborns to geriatrics

Performs venipuncture and skin punctures competently and expediently using aseptic technique

Follows established policy and procedures to collect Blood Cultures that minimize contamination

Properly labels all specimens, immediately after collection, at all times

Correctly distributes specimens to their respective areas for processing, testing, referral, or storage

Works within the Laboratory Information System to order tests, print labels, and generate completed reports

Performs Point-Of-Care Testing, as necessary

Follows established policy and procedures for safety and uses personal protective equipment correctly

Maintains the phlebotomy area, carts, and trays in a clean, well-stocked manner.

Interacts with co-workers, hospital staff, and medical staff in a courteous, professional manner

Performs other duties as assigned

Education Experience:

HS Graduate or Equivalent

Years of Related Experience:

< 1 Year

License/Certificate Required:

No

Driver's License Required:

Yes

Travel Requirements:

<25%

Age Requirement:

18+

Job Requirements:

Uses AIDET or other hospital-approved philosophy to positively interact with patients and visitors

Positively identifies outpatients by checking two patient identifiers and provider order

Positively identifies inpatients by checking two patient identifiers with the patient's wristband

Washes hands, or uses hand sanitizer, before and after each patient contact

Disposes used needles in appropriate containers after use. Does not recap needles

Prioritizes work to achieve maximum efficiency and can adjust schedule to account for STAT's, and other priorities

Has a working knowledge on specimen requirements; tube types and minimum volumes

Observes Standard Precautions when collecting or handling patient specimens

Preferred Skills:

Completion of a Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant program Prior experience as a phlebotomist in a clinical setting