Phlebotomy Technician 1 - DeKalb Lab - PRN

Phlebotomy TechnicianPerforms venipunctures, heel sticks, and finger sticks to obtain blood samples for testing purposes. Properly identifies patients and follows procedures for collection of specimens. Ensures that all information from the blood collection of specimens is entered into the laboratory computer system including time drawn, time received, and proper phlebotomy code. Picks up samples from nursing units as required. Performs other related functions as assigned by the Supervisor.Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a formal training course in phlebotomy procedures from an accredited school or training program preferred.Experience: One year phlebotomy experience preferred.DeKalb Regional Medical Center celebrated its 35th anniversary in October 2021. Throughout its history, the team of healthcare providers here have been proud to serve the people of Fort Payne, Alabama.Today, DeKalb Regional is 134-beds and offers comprehensive services including cardiac catheterization, geriatric psychiatric services, women's and children's services, bariatric services, orthopedics services, and many more. DeKalb Regional and its physicians serve patients from throughout Northeast Alabama and Western Georgia.DeKalb Regional is committed to providing quality care close to home. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and the American College of Cardiology as a Primary Stroke Center and Chest Pain Center. It was also awarded the 2023 Get with the Guidelines Rural Stroke Bronze Quality Award from the American Heart Association. In fall of 2023, DeKalb Regional was one of seven hospitals in Alabama to receive an "A" grade from The Leapfrog Group.DeKalb Regional Medical Center has 500 employees and more than 100 members of the medical staff.