Phlebotomist - Hospital / Acute Care

Job Summary

Obtains quality blood samples using a variety of phlebotomy methods (capillary, venous, assisted line, and arterial collections) and standard safety equipment from all age groups with strict adherence to regulatory requirements and collection procedures.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides rapid response to medical emergencies.
• Works in various hospital settings including general patient care areas, pediatrics, the Emergency Department, the Intensive Care Units, and the Operating Rooms.
• Responsible for accurate patient identification, quality specimen labeling, handling, and transportation as well as accurate specimen testing using Point of Care (POC) equipment.
• Able to work with a variety of computer programs/systems.
• Must maintain patient confidentiality.
• Utilizes good customer relations and communication skills in performing phlebotomy, answering the phone, and interacting with patients, nurses, providers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrates a positive and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Must possess skills in working in a fast-paced environment, coping, understanding, following written and verbal instruction, organization, prioritization, attention to detail, problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision making.
• Must be able to push a cart and walk distances.
• Assists with training students and new employees.

Skills

Required Skills & Experience: See Education Section for Required Experience.

Preferred Skills & Experience: N/A

Schedule Notes

Evening shift: 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm with an every other weekend rotation. Possible holiday coverage required as needed.