Phlebotomist Float

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws using venipuncture techniques, including both straight needles and butterfly needles, in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Collect, label, and store blood and other specimens, such as urine or fecal samples, in accordance with established procedures and protocols.
• Clearly and courteously explain venipuncture and other specimen collection procedures to patients, including pediatric patients, to ensure understanding and comfort.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and verify that all information is accurate and complete.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by specific test orders, following all procedural guidelines.
• Check all test requisitions or computer-generated labels against the written orders or scripts to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Package specimens for transport and follow defined procedures to maintain specimen integrity, including correct temperature control and appropriate containers or tubes.
• Record maintenance data, perform decontamination tasks, and support overall cleanliness and safety in the work area.
• Update patient information accurately in the system and ensure records are complete and current.
• Fully understand and interpret physicians’ orders to ensure correct tests and procedures are performed.
• Answer telephone calls professionally, provide laboratory results when appropriate, and respond to inquiries in a timely and accurate manner.
• Attend and complete annual department trainings and remain current with all required updates and procedural changes.
• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and all applicable safety standards.
• Float between designated locations as assigned, maintaining consistent quality and service across sites.
• Contribute to workflow improvements by identifying issues, troubleshooting problems, and making recommendations to enhance efficiency and patient care.

Requirements

• Valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment, where required.
• Minimum of 1 year of active work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in phlebotomy, including blood draws and venipuncture.
• Experience performing phlebotomy on pediatric patients.
• Ability to use straight needles and butterfly needles safely and effectively.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 0–2 years of overall related experience, including at least 1 year of active venipuncture experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail when labeling specimens, matching requisitions, and verifying orders.
• Able to follow detailed procedures for specimen collection, processing, and transport.
• Strong communication skills to clearly explain procedures and respond to patient and provider inquiries.
• Knowledge of OSHA and DEP regulations related to laboratory safety and specimen handling.

Qualifications

• Formal qualification as a phlebotomist.
• Experience working in a fast-paced lab or hospital environment.
• Pediatric phlebotomy experience, including comfort working with children and their caregivers.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues related to specimen collection and workflow.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and annual departmental education.
• Comfort working as a float across multiple locations as part of a regional hiring initiative.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.31 - $23.31/hr.

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

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