What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist position at Classic Westchester?
Position Overview : The Phlebotomist performs venipuncture and capillary puncture on adults, neonates and pediatric patients; collects urine specimens; performs EKG and spirometry on adult and pediatric patients; participates in the instruction of new personnel; works with computer; communicates in a manner that promotes Laboratory professionalism as well as a comfortable phlebotomy.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to the following) :
- Blood Collection : from adult and pediatric patients using vacutainer, syringe and butterfly techniques; capillary puncture using heel and fingerstick techniques.
- Identifies and labels specimens appropriately.
- Instructs patients in regard to urine and stool collection procedures.
- Enters accessioning data into the computer.
- Prepares specimens for send out testing.
- Inventories supplies and prepares phlebotomy stations to effectively collect blood.
- Attends required meetings.
- Enhances professional growth and development through in-service meetings and education programs.
- Performs EKG, Holter Monitor, and Spirometry procedures.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Performs related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Salary : $20 - $25
