Phlebotomist I

• The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, trouble shooting, training and making workflow recommendations.

• Experience doing blood draws, labelling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.
• Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures.
• Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required.
• Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Fully understand all of the physicians' orders.
• Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
• Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct.
• Package specimens for transport.
• Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.
• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Attend annual department trainings. Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states.
• Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• HSD

* How many draws are required daily? 10-15

* What is the work environment? Doctors office

* If this is a patient service center, how big is the location? n/a

* How long is the worker expected to stand?10-15 per draw

* Are there any specialties? no

* Will this person work with a team or alone? yes

* How many weeks of training is required at the start of this role two weeks