Phlebotomist / Laboratory Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary responsibilities for a Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant involve specimen processing, plating and processing microbiology specimens, operating and maintaining semi-automated test equipment. He/she will perform a variety of venipuncture techniques involved in the collection of blood specimens from patients for laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

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POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess and maintain a valid Certified Phlebotomy Technician Certificate issued by the California State Department of Health Services


• One year of experience performing venipuncture.


• Fundamentals of medical laboratory work.


• Laboratory equipment and terminology.


• Dangers of harmful bacteria and communicable disease.


• Basic office procedures and record keeping techniques


• Intermediate computer skills


• Strong communication skills, verbally and written.


• Laboratory Information System experience a plus

Duties/Responsibilities

• Draws blood from patients


• Assembles equipment, such as tourniquet, needles, and disposable containers for needles, blood collection devices, gauze, cotton, and alcohol on work tray, according to requirements for specified tests or procedures.


• Verifies or records identity of patient


• Applies tourniquet to arm, locates accessible vein, swabs puncture area with antiseptic, and inserts needle into vein to draw blood into collection tube or bag.


• Obtain adequate blood samples from patients whose veins are difficult to locate, or from patients who may be hostile or unstable.


• Discern when to request assistance in drawing blood.


• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.


• Follow oral and written instructions.


• Perform routine clerical work.


• Keep accurate records.


• Prepare standardized reports and forms..


• Perform venipuncture requiring manual dexterity, hand steadiness and balance.


• Discern colors to determine order of draw, based on color-coded test tubes.


• Learn and apply routine laboratory techniques.


• Withdraws needle, applies treatment to puncture site, and labels and stores blood container for subsequent processing.


• May prick finger to draw blood.