Phlebotomy Technician

About the role

Medical professionals who work within a clinical laboratory, collecting blood and samples from patients and adequately identifying, labeling, and maintaining their preanalytical integrity prior to laboratory testing.

Overview of Responsibilities

• Properly identifies patient by asking their first and last name and date of birth and comparing to orders provided.
• Follows all proper collection techniques as defined by policy.
• Documents time drawn and identity of collector on all specimens.
• Completes routine blood draws within five minutes.
• Responds promptly to stat orders, obtaining the specimen within 10 minutes of the time or order.
• Collects non-blood specimens following proper protocols.
• Orders tests appropriately.
• Completes maintenance logs as required by policy.
• Centrifuges specimens and processes as necessary based on location worked.
• Utilizes communication devices, including headsets as appropriate.

Schedule

Day Shift. 36 Hours Weekly, Three 12 hour shifts. Saturday, Sunday in the Emergency Department and One 12 hour shift for Inpatient. Rotating holidays and must pick up Two 4 hour on call shifts weekly.