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.
We're looking for an experienced, professional, and outgoing Phlebotomist/Specimen Collector to join our team as a Part Time basis.
Summary:
The Specimen Collector follows specimen (urine, blood and saliva) collection protocols for collection. Also, performs blood collection by venipuncture and capillary methods, for a variety of laboratory tests and procedures to be used in a diagnosis and treatment disease.
Location:
Dillon, SC Schedule:
20 hours per week, Monday•Friday (10:00am•3:00pm)
Pay Range:
$18.00•$19.00
Key Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty to a satisfactory standard. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties include but are not limited to:
Phlebotomy Duties:
Ensure that all patient paperwork is filled out correctly and all necessary information has been captured at the time of the collection. Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and fingerstick. Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures, observing isolation procedures. Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection; maintaining daily tallies of collections performed. Performs bleeding-times tests by entering results to the computer, notifying the pathologist of results falling outside normal ranges. Resolves unusual test orders by contacting the physician, pathologist, nursing station, or reference laboratory; referring unresolved orders back to the originator for further clarification; notifying the supervisor of unresolved orders. Update and maintain patient information and records, as necessary, while ensuring patients complete privacy.
Specimen Collection Duties:
Ensure that all patient paperwork is filled out correctly and all necessary information has been captured at the time of the collection Update and maintain patient information and records, as necessary, while ensuring patients complete privacy, observing HIPAA regulations into laboratory information system. Perform and follow specimen (urine, blood, and saliva) collection protocols for specimen collection. Monitor and maintain supplies and supply records for all clinic needs. Communicating to lab any supply requests in a timely manner. Securely and safely package specimens for pick up by the lab's courier service. Follow general work protocols regarding breaks and cell phone usage during business hours.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required Certified Phlebotomy Technician (required) Minimum 1 years of Phlebotomy experience Minimum 1 year of Customer Service experience
Skills and Attributes:
Dependable, organized and detail oriented Strong communication and interpersonal skills Professional and compassionate patient care approach Ability to communicate well with the clinic's provider and laboratory management Self-motivated with the ability to work independently Commitment to high-quality, error-free work
