Phlebotomist

Under the direction of the Phlebotomy Department Supervisor, assists with the supervision of the CLA's and accurately collects blood and other specimens from patients in a timely manner, checks quality of blood, and assumes responsibility for the safe transportation of specimens from the units to the lab following established standards and practices. Prepares specimens for testing by the department. Prepares specimens, paper work, tests, etc., to send to the reference lab. Ensures that patient results and laboratory information is available to meet the needs of the physicians, patient care providers, and laboratory management. Responsible for performing clerical and secretarial duties of the lab. Under the direction of department supervisor (PCOT) and with assistance from medical technologist performs certain tests and quality control for which the training and certification for the performance of such test has been approved by the department supervisor (PCOT), performs equipment/instruments checks and maintains appropriate records. Collects and processes specimens. Performs limited Lab procedures. Files and routes reports as necessary. Performs additional duties. HS diploma or GED required. Prefer hospital experience. Must have BLS/CPR by the American Heart Association.