Phlebotomist - Days

About the role

The Phlebotomist is responsible for the proper collection of blood and non-blood samples through venipuncture and capillary puncture from outpatients and inpatients across various age groups as directed by physicians.

Responsibilities

• Verifies patient identification in accordance with VCU Health System Policy.
• Independently performs phlebotomy collections using venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups.
• Collects non-blood specimens such as urines, stools, and sputum for testing.
• Provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Administers oral solutions according to laboratory testing procedures.
• Stocks supplies daily as needed.
• Enters test orders into the computer system.
• Processes specimens according to standard operating procedures.
• Required to take call after hours and weekends on a scheduled basis based on primary site requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: Completion of a phlebotomy or medical assistant training program.
• Licensure/Certification: Certification as a Phlebotomist from ASCP or other recognized certification agency.
• Minimum Qualifications: 0-3 years of experience.
• May require weekend and/or holiday rotation based on primary site requirements.

Qualifications

• Basic experience in specimen collection techniques (venipuncture, capillary collection, urine collection).
• One year of experience in laboratory clerical and computer entry functions.

Skills

• Preferred: Basic experience in specimen collection techniques (venipuncture, capillary collection, urine collection).
• Preferred: One year of experience in laboratory clerical and computer entry functions.

Benefits

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse. May be required to use physical restraints. May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc. Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights. May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting/Carrying: 0-50 lbs., Push/Pull: 0-50 lbs., Push/Pull: 50-100 lbs.
• Stoop, Kneel, Squat, Bending.
• Sitting, Walking, Standing.
• Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination).
• Perform shift work.
• Maneuver weight of patients.
• Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder.
• Reach above shoulder.
• Repetitive arm/hand movements.
• Finger Dexterity.
• Color Vision.
• Acuity - far, Acuity - near.
• Physical Demands: Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination), Perform shift work, Maneuver weight of patients, Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder, Reach above shoulder, Repetitive arm/hand movements, Finger Dexterity, Color Vision, Acuity – far, Acuity – near.
• Hazards: Depth perception, Use of Latex Gloves, Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents, Exposure to moving mechanical parts, Exposure to dust/fumes, Exposure to high pitched noises.
• Mental/Sensory - Emotional: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking.
• Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change.
• Days EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran.