BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Performs venipunctures and capillary sticks and collects specimens for laboratory procedures; assists with other duties in the laboratory and hospital that do not require licensure, as assigned.

REPORTS TO

• Director—Laboratory

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Minimum Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.

License/Certification Required: None

Minimum Work Experience: One year experience as a phlebotomist preferred

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• organizational and communication skills required.
• Displays poise and self confidence.
• Has a working knowledge and experience with venipuncture and skin puncture techniques.
• Knowledgeable about collection tubes, test requirements, and safety aspects of phlebotomy.
• Is able to multi-task, handle stress appropriately and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Works well with others and consistently displays a courteous professional attitude in all situations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Correctness of specimens collected and labeled, clerical duties, QI, etc.
• Maintains technical/clinical standards of work area.
• Reliability and speed in collections, labeling, spec processing, deliveries, etc.
• Quantity of quality specimens collected and correctly labeled per unit of time.
• Meets deadlines for stat, urgent, routine, timed specimen collections
• Maintains efficient work environment related to quality specs, timely collections, labeling, etc.
• Maintains work area and equipment in the condition required by department standards.
• Identifies patient by checking name and E number on patient armband.
• Labels all specimen tubes following established procedure: Date and time of draw and phlebotomist initials.
• Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions and safety procedures.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Performs venipuncture using correct technique and with minimal discomfort to the patient.
• Performs fingerstick procedures with correct technique and when unable to obtain specimen by venipuncture.
• Foster and encourage principles of C/FCC to include: communication, education, orientation and implementation of C/FCC actions and projects.
• Maintains productive work environment related to work habits, interruptions, etc.
• Under supervision will help in the training of new employees and student interns at the hospital in the performance of phlebotomy duties.
• Follows all organizational and department or unit policies and procedures.
• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intradepartmentally to facilitate the department’s/unit’s ability to meet its goals and objectives.
• Willingly accepts any other assignment that may be requested. Minimizes costs in supplies, time and training to collect and process specimens.
• Minimizes costs in collections, repeat collections, QI, labeling, etc. Utilizes hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
• Light lifting, pushing and pulling is required for 10-20 lbs occasionally and frequent moving of objects of less than 10 lbs is required. Frequent sitting with some walking, standing, squatting, bending and reaching is required. Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required. 

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