Phlebotomist

This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm


Position: Phlebotomist 5340


Location: Mobile AL


Schedule: 3rd shift
8pm-630am-M-F
Rotate every other weekend

Projected duration: 3 months + potential for perm


Job code: CVDJP00035340


Benefits are available


requires experience with pediatric to geriatric and hard stick patients


Summary:


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


Minimum 1-2 years of experience

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