**Phlebotomist II** 19/HR

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and other blood draws accurately and safely using straight needles and butterfly needles in a fast-paced environment.
• Collect and store blood and other specimens, such as urine or fecal samples, in accordance with established procedures and protocols.
• Explain venipuncture and other specimen collection procedures clearly and courteously to patients to ensure understanding and comfort.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and verify all information for accuracy prior to collection and processing.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by specific test orders and laboratory protocols.
• Check all test requisitions or computer-generated labels against orders or scripts to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Package specimens securely for transport, following specific procedures to maintain specimen integrity.
• Store specimen samples at the required temperatures and place them in appropriate collection containers or tubes with accurate labeling.
• Follow detailed protocols and procedures for specimen handling and transport, as outlined for each test or program.
• Update patient information accurately in the system and maintain thorough documentation of all collections and processes.
• Answer telephone calls professionally and read laboratory results when appropriate to address inquiries.
• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and all applicable safety and compliance standards.
• Attend annual department trainings and remain current on procedures, safety requirements, and workflow changes.
• Demonstrate reliable punctuality and consistent attendance to support dependable laboratory and patient services.

Essential Skills

• Valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment, where required.
• Minimum of 6 months of work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.
• High school diploma or GED with 2–4 years of overall work experience.
• Proficiency in performing venipunctures using straight needles and butterfly needles.
• Ability to collect, label, centrifuge, split, freeze, and store specimens according to test orders and protocols.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate matching of laboratory requisitions with specimen tubes and labels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for basic documentation, communication, and data entry tasks.
• Ability to understand and follow physicians’ orders and laboratory protocols accurately.
• Knowledge of and adherence to OSHA and DEP regulations and safety practices.
• Strong reliability, with punctuality and attendance described as extremely important.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast-paced clinical environment such as a hospital or high-volume laboratory.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and courteously with patients when explaining collection procedures.
• Experience answering phones and relaying or reading laboratory results to address inquiries.
• Ability to participate in and apply information from annual departmental trainings.
• Capacity to assist with training others on proper phlebotomy techniques and specimen handling procedures.