Job Duties:

• Verifies test requisitions by comparing information with nursing station log; bringing discrepancies to the attention of facility personnel.
• As a mobile phlebotomist, ensures safe transportation of themselves as well as specimens. Tracks mileage tallied as instructed by management.
• Verifies patient by reading patient identification and collaborating with nursing staff.
• Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures.
• Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures; observing isolation procedures.
• Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Uses computer skills to enter details of sample acquisitions into Laboratory information system.
• Serves and protects the community by adhering to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements.
• Enhances laboratory reputation by accepting ownership.

Phlebotomist Skills and Qualifications:

Analyzing Information , Infection Control, Bedside Manner, Attention to Detail, Lab Environment, Procedural Skills, Creating a Safe environment, computer skills, careful driving skills.