Policy Name MEDICAL LABORATORY PHLEBOTOMIST
Department Laboratory
Location Garrison
Job Title Phlebotomist
Job Description
A Phlebotomy Technician is an integral member of the medical laboratory team whose primary function is the collection of blood samples from patients by venipuncture or micro techniques. The phlebotomy technician facilitates the collection and transportation of laboratory specimens and is often the patients only contact with the medical laboratory. The need to assure quality and patient safety mandates strict professional behavior and standards of practice for these practitioners. The need for a cordial demeanor at all times with all ages of patients is essential.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES
Phlebotomists work under the supervision of a laboratory manager, medical technologist, medical laboratory technician with an advanced degree in biomedical or related sciences.
SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE

• Correct identification of patients prior to sample collection
• Collection of appropriate amounts of blood by venipuncture or dermal puncture
• Selection of appropriate specimen containers for specified tests
• Correct labeling of specimens with required information
• Collection of urine samples and urine drug screens
• Appropriate transportation of specimens in a timely manner
• Professional interaction with patients and clinic personnel
• Processing of specimens for delivery to appropriate laboratory departments
• Correct understanding and use of EMR/ LIS systems
• Compliance with all safety regulations-OSHA regulations and MSDS sheets
• Maintenance of professional updates
• Professionalism in appearance and conduct
• Inventories supplies
• Performs related work as required.
• Report to the Chief Phlebotomist

Required Skills
Phlebotomists must have fine motor coordination, clear speech, normal hearing, and good visual acuity to distinguish colors. They must be able to use both hands and have legible handwriting. Occasional light lifting, stooping, and bending is necessary. The phlebotomist must be able to move readily from one location to another in the workplace. The phlebotomist must have good communication skills. The phlebotomist must understand that working conditions expose them to communicable diseases indigenous to a clinic environment.
Education/Experience Requirements Phlebotomy Certification Training; MA; High School or Equivalent
MMC Vision, Mission, and Values
Our vision is to be a leading contributor to community health through participation in programs that promote wellness, facilitate diagnosis, and enhance treatment of disease.
Our mission is to foster continuous improvement in community health through the delivery of quality, accessible medical and surgical care in a cost-effective manner to the residents of Middle Tennessee.
Our values guide our actions as we strive to carry out our mission.

• A progressive approach to advances in medicine and changes in the health care delivery system
• Responsive to patient and community needs
• Collaborative with other physicians, hospitals, allied health providers and the community in improving health care.
• Professional, ethical and socially responsible
• Team-oriented management and leadership
• A positive, open and responsive work setting
• This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. It is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel so classified. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.