Float Phlebotomist II

Float Phlebotomist II#26-14150 $20.65-$23.11 per hour Stamford, CT All On-site Job Description Our Client, a Clinical Laboratory company, is looking for a Float Phlebotomist II for their Stamford, CT location.

Responsibilities:

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. Attend annual department trainings. Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

Requirements:

Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states. Minimum of 6 months'- 1 year work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting. Proficient in using both straight and butterfly needles. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. High School Diploma or GED ICONMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.