Phlebotomy Technician Jobs

• Pick up and deliver blood, other sample types, and lab supplies to appropriate areas.
• Follow venipuncture procedures and maintain appropriate log sheets.
• Perform specimen processing and send out tasks for all specimen types.
• Communicate information to the correct personnel
• Greeting customers and providing a positive patient service experience.

• Works positively in a close-knit, team-building environment.
• Provides empathetic and patient-centered care.
• Comes to work with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Currently is certified as a Formal Phlebotomist.

Responsibilities:

• Performs blood collection procedures and related tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Picks up and delivers blood, other sample types, and lab supplies to appropriate areas.
• Actively promotes effective communication flow both within and outside of the department.
• Provides a positive customer service rapport and interacts in a pleasant, courteous and cordial manner with co-workers and patients at all times.
• Verifies order requests and identifying information prior to drawing blood or collecting the specimen/kit to be tested by analytical staff.
• Performs specimen processing and sends out tasks including accessioning, centrifugation and packaging for transport when necessary for all specimen types.
• Greets patients warmly and professionally at check in or when they present to outpatient lab desks or when entering a patient's room and completes test request entry and specimen receipt using lab computer.
• Communicates essential information to appropriate personnel.
• Labels all specimens collected and delivers them to the appropriate processing area.
• Participates in team discussions, provide problem solving ideas and contribute to quality improvement goals.
• Follows venipuncture procedures and maintains appropriate log sheets.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED.

Certifications:

• Formal phlebotomy certification preferred.

Complexity of Work:

• Must be able to excel in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.
• Effectively operate in a flexible work environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Trouble shooting and problem solving skills in a team environment is essential.

Work Experience:

• Technical proficiency; standard procedures, techniques and common practices required.

Physical Requirements:

• Visual acuity including the ability to distinguish colors.
• Requires frequent and long durations of standing and walking.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to manipulate blood drawing equipment and make measurements.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.