Phlebotomist I

• Performs phlebotomy functions and non-technical duties in areas including the hospital laboratory, outpatient and off-site services.
• Responsible for the safe and accurate collection and disposition of blood samples and responsible for performing associate's laboratory duties.
• Interacts with patients, physicians and hospital staff members in a professional manner.
• Serves as receptionist for patients and hospital staff conducting business with the laboratory.
• Performs clerical duties as needed to create, maintain and communicate patient data to health care providers.
• Essential Functions Demonstrates complete knowledge and understanding of established department and hospital policies and procedures as evidenced by job performance.
• Follows strict guidelines for patient identification and specimen labeling by verification of patient name and DOB.
• Evaluates patient for contraindication for blood collection procedures, such as burns, IV’s, posted signs, etc.
• Demonstrates competency in blood collection of all age brackets: neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.
• Requests assistance in restraining uncooperative or pediatric patients in venipuncture.
• Follows proper procedure for sterile technique.
• Understands specimen type, tube type and volume required for each test requested.
• Documents cancellation of test in order comments.
• Utilizes Order Comments when required.
• Reviews and signs Pending Reports with oncoming staff prior to the end of shift.
• Properly disposes of biohazardous material.
• Performs administrative and clerical tasks such as filing important records, registering patients, maintaining patient records in a filing system, retrieving data, and sending reports to physicians via phone, mail, fax, or computer.
• Operates laboratory information system effectively to enter and retrieve patient data.
• Takes an active role in the laboratory education and training (in-service) program to maintain staff competency.
• Participates in periodic department meetings and in-service programs when held.
• Attends all mandatory hospital and section safety, risk management, quality assurance, etc. meetings.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education High School Diploma or GED Certification Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA) Work Experience New graduate at the discretion of the Director.