Phlebotomist - Draper

Position: Phlebotomist I - Draper
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Phlebotomist IJob Description

This Phlebotomist I position focuses on providing high-quality specimen collection and processing services in a fast-paced clinical environment. The role involves performing blood draws and other specimen collections, ensuring accurate labeling and handling, supporting laboratory workflow, and delivering courteous, professional service to patients across all age groups from pediatric to geriatric.

Responsibilities

+ Perform venipunctures and blood draws using straight needles and butterfly needles in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner.

+ Collect and store blood and other specimens, such as urine or fecal samples, according to established procedures and protocols.

+ Clearly and courteously explain venipuncture and other specimen collection procedures to patients to ensure understanding and comfort.

+ Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and verify that all information is accurate and complete.

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

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

+ Package specimens for transport, following procedures designed to maintain specimen integrity and meet regulatory requirements.

+ Store specimen samples at the required temperatures and place them in appropriate collection containers or tubes.

+ Follow different procedures as outlined by specific protocols to ensure proper handling and transport of specimens.

+ Update and maintain patient information accurately in the system, including during the registration process.

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

+ Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and all applicable safety and compliance standards.

+ Attend annual department trainings and maintain current knowledge of phlebotomy practices and laboratory procedures.

+ Answer telephone calls, provide information, and read laboratory results as needed to satisfy inquiries in a professional manner.

+ Assist with troubleshooting workflow issues and make recommendations to improve efficiency and quality within the lab.

+ Register patients upon arrival and ensure all required information is captured accurately.

+ Perform specimen processing tasks, including handling, labeling, and preparing samples for analysis.

+ Manage a daily workload of approximately 25 patients, maintaining a focus on accuracy, safety, and patient care.

Essential Skills

+ Valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment, where required.

+ Minimum of 6 months of work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.

+ 1 to 2 years of phlebotomy experience working with diverse patient populations, including pediatric and geriatric patients.

+ Proficiency in performing blood draws and venipunctures using straight needles and butterfly needles.

+ Demonstrated experience in specimen collection, labeling, and processing according to established procedures.

+ Ability to collect, handle, and store various specimen types, including blood, urine, and fecal samples.

+ Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and courteously with patients and colleagues.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for basic documentation and communication tasks.

+ High school diploma or GED.

+ 0 to 2 years of overall related experience in a clinical or laboratory environment.

+ Ability to accurately match laboratory requisitions to specimen tubes and verify patient and test information.

+ Knowledge of and adherence to OSHA and DEP regulations and safety standards.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience working with pediatric and geriatric patients and adapting phlebotomy techniques to different age groups.

+ Comfort managing a steady workflow, including drawing approximately 25 patients per day.

+ Experience registering patients and entering accurate demographic and clinical information into electronic systems.

+ Familiarity with specimen processing, including centrifuging, splitting, freezing, and packaging samples for transport.

+ Ability to read and communicate laboratory results over the phone in a clear and professional manner.

+ Willingness to participate in ongoing training and annual departmental education.

+ Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining specimen integrity and data…