Lab - Phlebotomist

Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.

Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures.

Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required.

Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.

Fully understand all of the physicians' orders.

Matches 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

Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.

Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.

Attends annual department trainings

Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries. Qualifications:

Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states.

Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting

Reliable transportation with at least 4 years of licensed driving experience and possess a valid driver's license issued in the state of residence.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

High School Diploma or GED