Phlebotomist II - Bartlesville

Job Title:

Phlebotomist II - Bartlesville

Job Description

The Phlebotomist II performs high-volume blood draws and specimen collection in a fast-paced hospital and laboratory setting, ensuring accurate labeling, processing, and storage of specimens while delivering professional, courteous patient care. This role requires strong attention to detail, adherence to established procedures and regulatory standards, and effective communication with patients, clinical staff, and laboratory personnel.

Responsibilities

+ Perform venipuncture and other specimen collection procedures, including blood, urine, and fecal samples, with accuracy, professionalism, and a strong focus on patient comfort.

+ Clearly and courteously explain the venipuncture and specimen collection process to patients prior to and during procedures.

+ Demonstrate and use appropriate phlebotomy techniques, including straight needles and butterfly needles, in accordance with established protocols.

+ Collect and store specimens according to established procedures to maintain specimen integrity and quality.

+ Fully understand and interpret physicians' orders and match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes accurately.

+ Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by specific test orders and laboratory protocols.

+ Verify all test requisitions or computer-generated labels against orders or scripts to ensure 100% accuracy before processing.

+ Package specimens correctly for transport, following protocols to maintain proper temperature and handling requirements.

+ Store specimen samples at required temperatures and place them in appropriate collection containers or tubes, ensuring accurate and complete labeling.

+ Follow different specimen handling and transport procedures as outlined by specific protocols to maintain the integrity of each sample.

+ Receive and accession specimens into the laboratory information system, ensuring accurate data entry and tracking.

+ Assist with specimen processing duties within the laboratory, supporting timely and efficient workflow.

+ Record maintenance data and perform decontamination tasks as required to support a safe and compliant laboratory environment.

+ Update patient information and laboratory records accurately and promptly in the appropriate systems.

+ Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries in a professional and courteous manner.

+ Attend annual department trainings and remain current with OSHA and DEP regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures.

+ Draw approximately 50 patients per day, maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and patient service.

+ Collaborate with a team-oriented staff while also performing occasional independent work as needed.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum of 2 years of phlebotomy experience, including experience performing high-volume blood draws.

+ Proficiency in venipuncture and specimen collection techniques using straight needles and butterfly needles.

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Experience with blood draws, specimen collection, labeling, centrifuging, splitting, freezing, and packaging specimens for transport.

+ Ability to review and process laboratory orders and match requisition forms accurately to specimen tubes.

+ Skill in receiving and accessioning specimens into a laboratory information system with strong attention to detail.

+ Knowledge of and ability to follow established procedures for specimen storage and handling to maintain integrity.

+ Understanding of OSHA and DEP regulations and commitment to compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy in labeling, data entry, and documentation.

+ Effective customer service and patient interaction skills, including the ability to explain procedures clearly and courteously.

+ Ability to stand and walk for the majority of the workday in a fast-paced clinical and laboratory environment.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ High School Diploma or GED.

+ Phlebotomy certification.

+ Previous hospital-based phlebotomy experience.

+ Experience working with pediatric and geriatric patients.

+ Experience in specimen processing within a laboratory setting.

+ Ability to…