Phlebotomist

This is a contract job opportunity. Potential for permanent. Location: Matthews, NC Schedule: Mon – Fri, 7:30am- 4:30pm Projected duration: 3 months + potential for permanent. Job code: CVDJP00035028 Benefits are available. Requires a minimum of 1 year of experience. Main Function The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations. Position Responsibilities Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information. Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures. Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of venipuncture and other specimen collection (e.g., urine or fecal) as required. Demonstrate technique using straight or butterfly needles. Fully understand all physicians' orders. Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes, labels, centrifuges, splits, and freezes specimens as required by test order. Check all test requisitions or computer labels against script to ensure 100% correct. Package specimens for transport and store specimen samples according to required temperature. Follow different procedures as outlined in protocol for transport to maintain specimen integrity. Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations. Attend annual department trainings. Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries. Minimum Qualifications Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed. Minimum of 6 months’ work experience performing venipunctures in a fast‑paced lab or hospital setting. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. #J-18808-Ljbffr