Phlebotomist II

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

• Perform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge specimens, record maintenance data and decontamination, and update patient information.
• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
• Clearly and courteously explain the venipuncture (blood drawing) and other specimen collection processes, such as urine or fecal collection, as required.
• Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Fully understand physicians' orders.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
• Check all test requisitions or computer labels against the script to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Package specimens for transport.
• Store specimen samples according to required temperature and place samples in the appropriate collection container/tube.
• Accurately label specimens and follow specific protocols necessary 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.

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where employed, as required in some states.
• Minimum of 6 months of work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2-4 years of experience.

• Hiring Initiative: NE Hiring Initiative
• Position Type: Non-Float
• Vaccine Requirements: TB, Hep-B run titer; if not immune, candidate can be vaccinated or decline.
• Screening: Color vision screening required.