Phlebotomist- Clinic (Casual)

Department:

Clinic Laboratory

Employment Status

Casual

Hours

Monday - Friday, hours vary from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Position Objective

The Phlebotomist is responsible for accurately collecting specimens for medical provider ordered lab tests.

Essential Responsibilities

Interpret and Process Lab Orders

• Interpret, verify, and carry out medical provider ordered lab tests
• Interpret, reference, and apply laboratory specimen requirements

Specimen Collection

• Obtain or collect body fluids, tissues, or other substances to aid the laboratory in determining normal and abnormal findings
• Obtain nasopharyngeal or nasal substances
• Proficient in capillary and venous blood collection

Patient Interaction

• Foster an atmosphere of trust and confidence with patients while explaining and performing procedures
• Provide instructions clearly and accurately for patient collected specimens
• Maintain an environment of privacy, safety , and integrity for all patients, at all times

Other Responsibilities

• Perform Point of Care testing as trained by facility
• Perform all other related duties as assigned in a professional and responsive manner
• Demonstrate the ability to use relevant equipment
• Support, understand, and promote Alomere Health’s mission, vision, values, policies and procedures
• Ability to meet the work schedule requirements with flexibility dependent upon the needs of the department
• Foster respectful working relationships with professional colleagues, patients, families, and general public regardless of age, gender, lifestyle, culture, beliefs, race, socioeconomic class, or ability

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a health care facility

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge in proper specimen collection; including specimen requirements, integrity of specimen, isolation procedures, timed blood draws, and aseptic technique
• Strong understanding of the importance of patient identification and correct specimen labeling
• Ability to have regular and anticipated attendance
• Strong attention to detail and data entry skills
• Ability to positively interact with others and provide exceptional customer service
• Ability to use required systems: Laboratory Information System and Electronic Medical Record
• Mature judgement and ability to handle sensitive situations and confidential information with professionalism
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in order to communicate with patients and employees on a daily basis

Union Position

No