Phlebotomist

Position Overview

This is a contract job opportunity. Potential for permanent.

Location:

Woodbridge, VA.

Schedule:

8am-4:30 M-F. Benefits are available.

• Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.
• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
• Properly explain the venipuncture (blood drawing) and other specimen collection in a clear and courteous manner.
• Demonstrate technique using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Fully understand all doctor's orders.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
• Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct.
• Package specimens for transport.
• Store specimen samples according to required temperature; place samples in appropriate container, accurately label, follow procedures to maintain specimen integrity.
• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Attend annual department trainings.
• Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed, as required in some states.
• Minimum of 6 months of work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.