Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant

Phlebotomist

Summary Of Position: The Phlebotomist is responsible for obtaining blood specimens with speed and dispatch. In addition, they will also transport specimens and reports to and from various areas of the hospital. Some clerical duties are required while not directly involved in phlebotomy.

1. Be familiar with the proper collection tubes for all tests routinely ordered.

2. Responsible for seeing that the pickup trays and phlebotomy station are properly stocked at all times.

3. Will maintain adequate supplies for phlebotomy trays and phlebotomy station at all times.

4. The phlebotomist must give appropriate greetings, state name and purpose when preparing to obtain blood from a patient.

5. Properly identify all patients as to their name and DOB.

6. Draws blood from the patient; returns samples to the laboratory as quickly as possible.

7. Label all samples, log procedures in system.

8. Other duties as assigned.

9. Reviews collection log for incomplete collections.

Qualifications:

Education: High school education or equivalent preferred.

Experience:

1. Prior phlebotomist experience preferred.

2. Previous office training or experience, including clerical skills and basic computer skills, preferred.

Special:

Patient Contact: Must have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Chemicals: The phlebotomist is subject to exposure to toxic and carcinogenic substances and fumes.

Equipment: Able to operate telephone, Fax machine, and copy machine.

Physical:

Standing: Majority of eight hour shift spent standing.

Walking: The position requires some walking and many times will require that the phlebotomist is in a stooped or bending position.

Lifting: Some lifting is required of up to 7 pounds.

Visual: 20/20 vision or correctable is required. Able to read various handwriting styles and computer screens.

Hearing: Must be able to communicate and interact with patients during the performance of duties; in addition, able to receive and understand verbal requests, transcribing information into written format or pre-printed form.

Speaking: Good communication skills are required.