Phlebotomist

Our Client, a Clinical Laboratory company, is looking for a Phlebotomist I for their Mt Pleasant, SC location.

• The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, trouble shooting, training and making workflow recommendations.
• Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures.
• Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required.
• Demonstrates technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Fully understands all of the physicians' orders.
• Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
• Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct.
• Package specimens for transport.
• Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/tube, accurate labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.
• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Attend annual department training courses.
• Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

• Experience doing blood drawings, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.
• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states.
• Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• High School Diploma or GED

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability status, political affiliation, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.