Phlebotomist I

PHLEBOTOMIST

Location: 12602 Toepperwein Rd, San Antonio, TX

Float Position ,candidate will be covering locations around San Antonio, both PSC and IOP locations.

Duration- 3+ months

Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday

JOB SUMMARY

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

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

* Experience doing blood draws, labeling 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* 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.

* High School Diploma or GED

* 0-2 years of experience

REQUIRED SKILLS

These skills are non-negotiable. These skills are required for submittal.

1. Pedi and geri experience
2. Comfortable working as a team or alone
3. Good Customer Service skills
4. Specimen processing skills
5. Reliable transportation - float position

PREFERRED SKILLS

The following skills will give your candidate a competitive advantage for shortlisting.

1. Epic Systems training