Phlebotomist

Job Summary:

Obtain clinical samples from patients. Route samples to the appropriate testing area. Enter lab test orders into hospital information systems.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Performs venipuncture, capillary, and related procedures, according to established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, on patients ranging in age from newborns to geriatrics Performs venipuncture and skin punctures competently and expediently using aseptic technique Follows established policy and procedures to collect Blood Cultures that minimize contamination Properly labels all specimens, immediately after collection, at all times Correctly distributes specimens to their respective areas for processing, testing, referral, or storage Works within the Laboratory Information System to order tests, print labels, and generate completed reports Performs Point-Of-Care Testing, as necessary Follows established policy and procedures for safety and uses personal protective equipment correctly Maintains the phlebotomy area, carts, and trays in a clean, well-stocked manner. Interacts with co-workers, hospital staff, and medical staff in a courteous, professional manner Performs other duties as assigned

Education Experience:

HS Graduate or Equivalent Years of Related Experience:

< 1

Year License/Certificate Required:

No Driver's License Required:

Yes Travel Requirements:

<25%

Age Requirement:

18+

Job Requirements:

Uses AIDET or other hospital-approved philosophy to positively interact with patients and visitors Positively identifies outpatients by checking two patient identifiers and provider order Positively identifies inpatients by checking two patient identifiers with the patient's wristband Washes hands, or uses hand sanitizer, before and after each patient contact Disposes used needles in appropriate containers after use. Does not recap needles Prioritizes work to achieve maximum efficiency and can adjust schedule to account for STAT's, and other priorities Has a working knowledge on specimen requirements; tube types and minimum volumes Observes Standard Precautions when collecting or handling patient specimens

Preferred Skills:

Completion of a Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant program Prior experience as a phlebotomist in a clinical setting Phlebotomist 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 1542 South Bloomington Street, Greencastle, IN 46135 PUTNAM

COUNTY HOSPITAL 60

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Job Summary:

Obtain clinical samples from patients. Route samples to the appropriate testing area. Enter lab test orders into hospital information systems.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Performs venipuncture, capillary, and related procedures, according to established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, on patients ranging in age from newborns to geriatrics Performs venipuncture and skin punctures competently and expediently using aseptic technique Follows established policy and procedures to collect Blood Cultures that minimize contamination Properly labels all specimens, immediately after collection, at all times Correctly distributes specimens to their respective areas for processing, testing, referral, or storage Works within the Laboratory Information System to order tests, print labels, and generate completed reports Performs Point-Of-Care Testing, as necessary Follows established policy and procedures for safety and uses personal protective equipment correctly Maintains the phlebotomy area, carts, and trays in a clean, well-stocked manner. Interacts with co-workers, hospital staff, and medical staff in a courteous, professional manner Performs other duties as assigned

Education Experience:

HS Graduate or Equivalent Years of Related Experience:

< 1

Year License/Certificate Required:

No Driver's License Required:

Yes Travel Requirements: