Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

Responsibilities

• Performs computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties.
• Possesses adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory.
• Demonstrates good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner.
• Demonstrates proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients.
• Processes microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens.
• Processes specimens for referral to reference laboratories.
• Stocks routine supplies.
• Maintains the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas.
• Processes or loads specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures.
• May assist in picking up samples at hospital/OR, sorting out samples for analysis, putting away samples, assisting lab specialties, inventory, replenishing supplies, ordering supplies, mailing pickups/deliveries, faxing, answering phones, product deliveries, etc.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, or equivalent, required.
• Current and valid state certification as a CPT I, required.
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current, required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience, preferred.

Pay & Benefits

Pay Transparency: St. Francis Medical Center offers competitive compensation and the current compensation range for this role is $23.80. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status.