Phlebotomy, Phlebotomist, Day and Night Shifts

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Clinical Support Services, the individual collects specimens for laboratory analysis, including blood, urine, and performs a nasal swab if needed during the overnight shifts.
Conduct overnight rounds and early morning draws. Explains safety protocols and procedures to patients, is customer-focused, and provides certain clerical functions.
Collect blood using good judgment, reasonable and prudent care, and according to policies and procedures, including but not limited to the following: -Use hand hygiene procedures according to unit guidelines

• Select appropriate specimen collection equipment
• Select an appropriate site for blood collection.
• Tie tourniquet and prepare site for venipuncture
• Collect specimen according to the order of draw
• Ensure adequate mixing of specimen in tube by inversion or mechanical device.
• Package and transport specimens
• Review prior to collection a standard checklist which includes checking for potential adverse reactions such as history of fainting, and latex allergy.
• Is customer-focused and puts the needs of patients first
• With training, or if qualified by competency review, provide EKG, clerical, and specimen transport functions.
• With training, or if qualified by competency review, provide pediatric and ancillary services to phlebotomy operations serviced by Laboratory Support Services.
• Provide reception and associated clerical functions at the Specimen Collection center front desk, including Fax receipt and send, filing of orders, answering telephones, and placing requisitions in the queue according to policies and procedures.
• Maintain adequate supply inventory and complete monthly inventory checks as assigned.
• Satisfy annual required continuing education for phlebotomists and mandatory life safety, HIPAA, and other required training.
• Phlebotomy, Weekend shift, Saturday and Sunday morning, 7:00 am-3:30 pm.

High school diploma or equivalent required
Pediatric Phlebotomy experience is preferred
Inpatient Phlebotomy experience preferred, and training will also be provided
Graduate of a training Program that includes phlebotomy skills, with demonstrated and acceptable competency in phlebotomy preferred

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