Phlebotomist

Summary

Safely collect blood samples via venipunctures, heel-sticks and finger sticks; Responsible for quality of blood samples; Verify patient identification; Assure safety and comfort of patient by following established standards; Adhere to Customer Service Excellence.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Education and Work Experience:

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED

• Passed an accreditated course including clinical experience or have 1 year of continuous phlebotomy experience

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Certification Requirements:

• Phlebotomy Certification preferred

• Age Specific Care Provided For:

• Neo-natal

• Pediatrics

• Adolescents

• Adults

• Geriatrics

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel

• Microsoft Outlook

• Meditech (if applicable to position)

• Epic (if applicable to position)

• Performance Manager/NetLearning

• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize one or more of the following:

• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.

• Must be able to work independently and possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

• Must possess the ability to effectively communicate and deal tactfully with other personnel, visitors, patients, physicians, customers, and the general public.

• Must be flexible, have personal integrity, and the ability to function effectively as a team with other employees.

• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.

• Other Requirements:

• Must possess skills in patient and customer relations, computer literacy.

• Must be able to perform venipuncture and processing of lab samples for in-house and reference laboratory testing.

• Operate simple medical laboratory equipment i.e. centrifuge.