Phlebotomist

Description

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare equipment to efficiently collect blood samples. 
• Perform venipuncture and capillary punctures on patients as directed by physician and following medical practice protocols related to safety, infection control, and confidentiality.
• Clean/sterilize equipment, instruments, and work area following safety, cleanliness, and infection control procedures.
• Inventory supplies to ensure adequate supplies for procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• Certification from a phlebotomy school. 
• CPR certification preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum one year of phlebotomy experience.

Performance Requirements:

Knowledge:

1. Knowledge of medical laboratory principles, standards, applications, and tests.
2. Knowledge of use and maintenance of laboratory equipment and instruments.
3. Knowledge of safety, infection control, and quality assurance policies and regulations.

Skills:

1. Skill in applying appropriate testing procedures.
2. Skill in proper use, preventive maintenance, and repair.
3. Skill in appropriate quality control and confidentiality procedures.

Abilities:

1. Ability to exercise independent judgment, problem solve, make decisions, and use discretion in reporting/distributing results.
2. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with patients, families, and staff.
3. Ability to organize workload effectively and work quickly with high level of accuracy using manual/finger dexterity and eye–hand coordination.

Equipment Operated: Standard laboratory equipment and instrumentation.

Work Environment: Laboratory unit, well lighted and temperature controlled. Exposure to chemicals, communicable diseases, biohazards, and other conditions related to medical setting.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Varied activities including standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, lifting, and stooping. May occasionally need to lift/carry 50 pounds. Some stress related to ensuring accuracy of work.