Phlebotomist - Hidenwood Primary Care

Newport News, Virginia Overview Works under the supervision of the Laboratory Director/Laboratory Supervisor. This position performs routine and special laboratory specimen collections, handling and distributions according to established protocols and standard operating procedures assuring collection of the appropriate specimen in correct container with appropriate labeling. The position is also responsible for explaining specimen collection procedures and instructions to patients, nurses, physicians, etc. The phlebotomist may also be responsible for performing patient EKGs, traveling to other patient off-site locations to collect blood and transporting of specimens back to the lab depending on worksite assignment. The phlebotomist must maintain patient confidentiality and properly identify patients according to guidelines set forth by the facility (i.e. Patient Safety Goals). This position is responsible for maintaining proper inventory in the department and for keeping appropriate stock levels in collection basket. The Phlebotomist is required to follow all quality control and quality assurance guidelines established in the department to include accurate performance of job duties with proper documentation. The Phlebotomist is responsible for effective interdepartmental and interdepartmental communications to include such items as shift-to shift hand off, pending collection inquires resolutions, etc. The position helps to maintain a constant state of readiness in the department to meet all Standards for accreditation form College of American Pathologists (CAP), Stat, OSHA, CLIA, DNV, etc. The Phlebotomist assists in the training of new and existing personnel as well as students. The Phlebotomist adheres to hospital, infection control and department policies and procedures; maintains a profession demeanor/appearance and exhibits a positive attitude. May perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education Phlebotomy (Preferred) Experience 1-3 years Experience in blood and specimen collecting (Preferred) To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers. If loving your work is important to you, consider a career at Riverside. By joining our team, you can make a difference in people's lives. Our mission is to care for others as we would care for those we love. We extend that sense of caring to every patient, resident and customer, as well as to each member of our team. We offer care at all stages of life, in hundreds of locations, giving you room to grow your career, along with great benefits and perks. At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities. Unfortunately, job scams are on the rise across the country, and we want to help you feel confident in knowing what is — and is not — part of our hiring process. Learn more about how to recognize a legitimate Riverside job opportunity and what to do if you suspect a scam by visiting this site.