Mobile Phlebotomist

Role

The Mobile Phlebotomist, under the general supervision of the Area Phlebotomy Supervisor (APS), works to provide clinical pre-analytical laboratory services to our clients/patients in a mobile setting. He/she is responsible for completing their assigned routes in a safe and timely manner. He/she must follow all policies and procedures.

Tasks And Responsibilities

• Drives vehicle to client facilities, typically nursing homes, as directed by company dispatcher.
• Unloads phlebotomy supplies and takes to patient’s bedside to collect samples ordered by physician.
• Accurately identifies patient before collecting specimen(s).
• Accurately collects, labels, processes, and delivers specimens obtained from patients.
• Reloads equipment and all necessary specimens to vehicle for prompt delivery.
• Regularly communicates with dispatcher to report status and location.
• Strict adherence to Universal Precautions in controlling blood-borne pathogens and infectious disease exposures.

Required Skills

• Practices excellent communication and interaction skills specific to the population served, including the pediatric and geriatric communities.
• Treats customers and patients with respect, dignity, and discretion; acknowledging residents’ rights and patients’ right to refuse.
• Must have a current, valid State phlebotomy license, if applicable.
• Must have a current, valid State Driver’s license; car insurance; good driving record; possess a vehicle in good working condition suitable to meet daily driving requirements.
• Proficient in venipuncture and skin puncture using both vacutainer and syringe techniques.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of laboratory operations.
• Maintains sterile, sanitary conditions to prevent contamination.

Professional Experience/Educational Requirements

• High School diploma.
• Completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program, or adequate phlebotomy experience.
• Six months minimum experience in phlebotomy with emphasis in acute hospital, dialysis, pediatrics, or geriatrics.
• Demonstrates clean driving record within existing company policy.
• Demonstrates current proof of auto insurance coverage.

Certification/Licensure

• Valid driver’s license.