Phlebotomist

This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm

Phlebotomist 3769

Mount Pleasant, SC

M-F 7AM to 4 PM

3 months + potential for perm

Job code: CVDJP

Benefits are available

Multiple openings

Must have pediatric and geriatric experience

Must be comfortable working as a team

The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, trouble shooting, training and making work flow recommendations.

• Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.
• 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 (e.g., urine or fecal) as required; demonstrate technique using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Fully understand 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.
• Store specimen samples according to required temperature, place samples in appropriate collection container/tube, accurately label, and follow procedures as outlined by protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.
• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations. Attend annual department trainings.
• Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

• 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
• 1+ years of experience