Hospital Phlebotomist Part Time

Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital
150 Flanders Road
Westborough, MA 01581
Phlebotomist Job Responsibilities:
4:30a-6:30a, including every other weekend
Serves patients by identifying the best method for retrieving blood samples and other specimens, preparing specimens for laboratory testing, and performing screening procedures.
Verifies test requisitions by comparing information with nursing station log and bringing discrepancies to the attention of unit personnel.
Verifies patient identification and explains sampling procedures to patients.
Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks.
Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures, and observing isolation procedures.
Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection and maintaining daily tallies of collections performed.
Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
Serves and protects the hospital or healthcare facility community by adhering to professional standards, institutional policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO).
Reassures patients who are nervous about sampling procedures and applies dressings to wounds created by blood draws.
Maintains an organized and clean workspace.
Phlebotomist Skills and Qualifications:
Adept at venipuncture, phlebotomy, and finger sticks
Excellent verbal and written communication and documentation skills
Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)
Interpersonal skills and compassion
Analyzing information, critical thinking, and problem solving
Knowledge of infection control procedures
Bedside manner
Attention to detail
Procedural and organizational skills
Quality focus
Basic computer skills
Education, Experience, & Licensing Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
Phlebotomist certification
Prior experience as a phlebotomist technician a plus
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week
Schedule:
Day shift
Rotating weekends
Work Location: In person