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Integrated Dx
Phlebotomist/Specimen Processor
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What they do
A Phlebotomist collects blood samples from patients for medical tests. May also perform routine laboratory test on samples. Works in a healthcare facility or in a laboratory.
$38,251 / year median in Kentucky
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Integrated Dx is seeking a Phlebotomist/Specimen Collector for our Hazard, KY location. This position requires availability Monday-Friday. This position is responsible for the following:
- Collects patient samples via urine cup collection, or other manner via established lab protocol
- Must perform phlebotomy
- Disposes of biomedical waste according to state standards
- Utilizes personal protective equipment as needed
- Works within safety policies and procedures defined by lab protocol
- Maintains the collection space in a safe and clean manner
- Interacts in a professional and courteous manner with patients and clients at all times
- Provides patient with preparation and collection instructions for lab testing
- Helpful to patients and clients in answering questions and follow-ups as necessary
- Maintains patient confidentiality at all times
- Follows the physician's orders when ordering tests
- Verifies insurance and correctly enters into the system
- Ensures that the specimen meets sample requirements for in-house testing as well as testing sent to reference labs
- Ensures that lab test requisitions are accurately completed and follows-up for additional information if needed
- Orders tests in the LIS accurately and in a timely manner
- Checks sample label before placing bar code label on the sample, ensuring positive identification
- Properly processes the samples and maintains specimen integrity at all times Skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Proficient in Microsoft word
- Proficient in