Phlebotomist

Description

Job Summary: Serves patients by preparing specimens for laboratory testing; performing screening procedures.

• Verifies test requisitions by comparing information with the Client
• Verifies patient by reading patient identification.
• Maintains professional and friendly attitude with Client representatives and patients
• Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and fingersticks.
• Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique and following department procedures; observing isolation procedures.
• Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection; maintaining daily tallies of collections performed.
• Transports, or arranges transportation of specimens to the Ammon Laboratory according to client specification and industry standards
• Maintains quality results by following department procedures and testing schedule;
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Enhances phlebotomy department and laboratory reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests

Requirements

Educational and Experiential Background:

• Minimum (6) Months experience
• Phlebotomy Certification REQUIRED
• Legible handwriting required
• Must have valid driver’s license, travel to client locations is required for the position
• Bilingual a plus!
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to relate well with clients in a professional and compassionate manner
• Ability to work proficiently and efficiently in a timely manner
• Must be well organized and detail oriented
• Strong work ethic and commitment to completing assigned tasks