Phlebotomist Per Diem

About the role

Obtains blood specimens from patients in accordance with established procedures while maintaining a professional, customer‑sensitive atmosphere. Responsible for up‑front specimen handling, facilitating workflow in and out of the laboratory, performing clerical and preprocessing duties, and interacting with staff and external clients via various communication tools. Performs the pre‑analytical phase of specimen preparation, handles biohazardous and infectious material following safety precautions, works cooperatively with hospital and laboratory staff and external clients to resolve problems, exchange information, receive instructions, establish protocols, and process specimen information. Ensures accurate pre‑analytical processing and delivery of specimens to the appropriate laboratory section, and assists client services and technical associates in resolving specimen quality and integrity concerns.

Responsibilities

• Follows established hospital and departmental precautions and procedures to ensure a safe work environment (hand hygiene, two patient identifiers, effective communication hand‑offs, proper use of PPE).
• Obtains blood specimens from patients per established procedures.
• Demonstrates workflow and procedure knowledge to management, co‑workers, new employees, inspectors, and visitors.
• Receives direction from the management team and attends/participates in classes, meetings, committees, and continuing education.
• Verifies that correct specimen and labeling requirements are met for test orders.
• Correctly and accurately registers and labels tubes as appropriate.
• Centrifuges and aliquots specimens according to department policy.
• Sorts, stores, and delivers laboratory specimens by department and specimen requirements.
• Works with medical technologists and client services to resolve specimen problems.
• Answers telephones and provides assistance as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required (experience cannot be substituted for the degree).
• Phlebotomy Technician (PT) [PBT(ASCP)] – ASCP‑BOC preferred.
• Experience in a hospital laboratory: 3‑5 years preferred; internship or equivalent 0‑1 year required.

Qualifications

• Adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards.
• Must demonstrate annual CAP competencies in any area of work.

Benefits

In addition to competitive base pay, the hospital offers comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable, and recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.

Pay

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