SUMMARY

This position is responsible for collecting accurate blood specimens from inpatients and outpatients in a timely manner.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

• Collect blood specimens from in-patients and outpatients, remote locations, via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders and applicable regulations, policies and procedures to ensure complete and accurate specimens for testing.
• Explain collection procedures and provides general testing information as needed to facilitate patient understanding and reduce patient anxiety.
• Respond to calls from Emergency Room, Nursing units, and Same Day Surgery for specimen collection as needed; procures Medical-surgical patient collections per schedule.
• Identify all patients according to laboratory policies. Label collection tubes and specimens with computer generated labels.
• Maintains inventory of department supplies as needed to ensure uninterrupted specimen collection.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Valid Drivers license
• Phlebotomy certification or prior Phlebotomist experience preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with prevalent professional demeanor
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation
• Ability to work independently
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in fast paced, rapidly changing, and regulated environment
• Analytical skills to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new approaches
• Maintain professional technical knowledge