Inpatient Phlebotomist II - Spaulding

Job Summary

Responsible for collecting and processing blood specimens from patients for laboratory testing. Provides phlebotomy training, product evaluation and new application implementation upon request.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates the skills and competence for venipuncture procedure.
• Demonstrates the skills and competence to accurately review completed laboratory requisitions or electronic orders in Epic.
• Demonstrates the skill and competence necessary to perform heel stick procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of collection criteria: correct vacutainer tubes, volume, stability requirements and/or special handling.
• Works collaboratively as a member of the phlebotomy team at all times.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.
• Experience: Inpatient Phlebotomy 1-2 Years Required.
• Licenses and Credentials: Phlebotomy Certification preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and practice of proper aseptic techniques necessary to prevent injury to self and patients.
• Knowledge to select appropriate vacutainer tubes and volumes for test(s) requested.
• Physically be able to stand and walk for long periods of time (90% of the day) and transport supplies and specimens as required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all phlebotomy team members, clinicians and other hospital staff.
• Some computer skills necessary for training on the use of E-mail and hospital applications as required.

Additional Job Details

Per Diem with weekly scheduled hours and every other weekend. Onsite work location: 311 Service Road. Work shift: Day (United States of America). Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0. Employee Type: Per Diem.

Pay

Pay Range: $21.95 - $29.79/Hourly. Grade 4.