Phlebotomist

Position Summary

The Phlebotomist provides expertise in blood draws and specimen preparation. Their ability to put patients at ease and obtain sufficient samples with minimal discomfort to patients across a wide demographic is critical to our commitment to high quality care for our patients and those of our partners.

• 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 (ex. urine or fecal) as required.
• Demonstrate technique/s 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.
• Checks 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, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.
• Understands and complies with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Wears appropriate attire including all PPE.
• Attend annual department trainings.
• Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where employed as required by state (CA, NV, WA & LA requires certification).

• Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent patient interaction skills both in person and by phone.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift 20 pounds.
• Frequent contact with water (hand washing and cleaning), biohazardous body fluids, and hazardous chemicals.

Bio Reference is an Equal Opportunity Employer.