Phlebotomist

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Attleboro, MA:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R9484

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40-Under general supervision of the Laboratory Operations Manager, Supervisor or Phlebotomy Coordinator and within established hospital and department policies and procedures, performs a variety of clerical/receptionist duties to receive, direct, and process patient specimens in the laboratory; performs age-appropriate phlebotomy procedures from patients in sub-acute, long term care health care facilities, & adult day care centers.
** Education/Training:
*** High school graduate
* Successful completion of approved phlebotomy program
** Licenses/Certification:*
* • Must have phlebotomy certification or be certification eligible. Certification is required         within one year of hire.

** Required

Qualifications and Skills:

*** Minimum of 1-3 years of experience as a phlebotomist in a hospital laboratory setting.
* Excellent customer service and phlebotomy skills; ability to follow directions with minimal supervision.
** Preferred

Qualifications and Skills:

*** Excellent command of oral and written English; positive interpersonal communication skills and good organizational skills; demonstrates good judgment in handling situations not covered by written or verbal communication.
* Experienced in use of electronic positive patient identification system.
* Experienced with pre-analytical specimen collection requirements.
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* Essential Job Functions:

*** Collect blood specimens from patients of all ages using approved techniques for venipuncture and capillary puncture, following infection control and safety protocols.
* Verify patient identity using at least two patient identifiers before specimen collection. Ensure proper labeling of all specimens at the bedside or point of collection.
* Prepare, label, and deliver specimens to the appropriate laboratory departments within required time frames, maintaining sample integrity according to protocol (e.g., temperature control, anticoagulant usage).
* Access and review electronic lab orders; enter collection data and notes accurately into the hospital’s electronic medical record (EMR).
* Provide compassionate, professional care while interacting with patients, including those who may be anxious, non-verbal, or cognitively impaired. Communicate procedures clearly and respectfully.
* Follow all hospital, departmental, and regulatory policies related to infection prevention, HIPAA, OSHA standards, and safety practices in handling biohazardous materials.
* Monitor and restock collection trays, carts, and storage areas with necessary supplies. Notify supervisors of equipment malfunctions or inventory needs.
* Work closely with nursing staff, laboratory personnel, and physicians to coordinate timely specimen collection. Participate in shift handoffs, team meetings, and performance improvement initiatives.
* Respond promptly to STAT, timed, and critical collection requests, including those from emergency, ICU, surgical, and inpatient units.
* Perform specialized collections (e.g., blood cultures, glucose tolerance tests) and adapt techniques for challenging venous access or special needs patients.
** Other duties:
** Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
** AGE AND DIVERSITY RELATED CRITERIA**:
Consistently treats patients, colleagues and visitors with dignity an respect, while being sensitive to the differing needs of all age groups, backgrounds, characteristics and cultures.
** ABILITY TO FULFILL JOB EXPECTATIONS**:
Must have the ability to…