Phlebotomist -Full-Time Days

About the role

Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection on patients without immediate supervision.

Responsibilities

• Consistently identifies all patients and specimens per hospital and laboratory policies
• Assures phlebotomy is being performed on the correct patient by using two patient identifiers
• Maintains low blood culture contamination rate by using correct blood culture procedures
• Obtains blood specimens in a skillful and professional manner
• Recognizes problems unique to different age groups and adjusts treatment procedures accordingly
• Performs phlebotomy on patients in all blood drawing locations (Inpatient and On-site Patient Service Centers)
• Maintains phlebotomy supply inventory. Assures that no outdated tubes are used for patient care
• Identifies self as a HNMC employee, wears HNMC ID Badge and proper uniform when drawing from patients both in-hospital and outside of hospital
• Has an understanding of computer workstation and printers in order to perform daily functions
• Familiar with specimen requirements and patient preparation for all tests. Researches requirements for reference tests
• Shows working knowledge of Collection Manager, troubleshooting, and resolving issues
• Shows a working knowledge of appropriate LIS and HIS computer programs in order to enter demographic patient data, enter test requests, print labels, interim and cumulative patient reports, phlebotomy collection rounds, mailbox, collection verification, downtime and other programs pertinent to processing and collecting specimens
• Performs other related duties as requested

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience (Required)
• Associate's Degree (Preferred)

Experience

• 1-3 years previous hospital experience as a phlebotomist (Preferred)

Skills

• Knowledge of venipuncture and capillary blood collection
• Effective verbal communication and comprehension

Certifications

• ASCP certification as a phlebotomist or certification from a recognized professional organization for phlebotomy (Upon Hire, Preferred)

Benefits

• Low-cost medical coverage with generous employer contributions
• Dental and vision plans
• Discounted prescriptions
• Access to on-site child care
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Flexible spending accounts
• Legal and voluntary coverage options
• Life insurance
• Free on-site parking

Pay

Pay Range: $18.50/hour - $26.25/hour. Final base compensation determined based on employment status (Full/Part-Time or Per Diem), skills, education, experience, and internal equity.