Phlebotomist; FHC)

Under general supervision, performs a variety of venipuncture techniques and collects blood specimens from patients in support of laboratory procedures used in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Performs a variety of routine blood drawing procedures including venipuncture using standard equipment such as vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, capillary draws (finger sticks), and butterfly needles.

• Obtains correct identifications and information for laboratory records from patients.
• Explains procedures, allays fears, and elicits cooperation from patients.
• Records appropriate patient information on all specimens collected.
• Processes Patient s to use on lab report forms.
• Processes patient specimens to be sent to Reference Laboratory. This includes centrifuging specimens and transferring patients' specimens to a different type of tube, and proper labeling of patients' specimens.
• Adheres to Universal Precautions when performing duties.
• Performs job-related duties as required.

• High school graduation or its equivalent.
• AND
• Must have completed Phlebotomy Training in a licensed program and have a Phlebotomy Certificate (ASCP) or be eligible to take the exam.
• OR
• Must have one year of work experience as a clinical lab phlebotomist.

• Communicates with patients in person and over the telephone.
• Stands and walks for extended periods of time.
• Lifts boxes of supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Must be vaccinated for Hepatitis B, have evidence of immunity, or have signed a declination form.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

• Written Test: 50%
• Training &
  
  Experience:
  
  50%

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