What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist - Fulltime & PRN position at Northern Louisiana Medical Center and Careers?
Performs venipunctures, heel sticks, and finger sticks to obtain blood samples for testing purposes. Properly identifies patients and follows procedures for collection of specimens. Ensures that all information from the blood collection of specimens is entered into the laboratory computer system including time drawn, time received, and proper phlebotomy code. Collects chain of custody urine drug screens for pre-employment, post-accident, and just cause cases using proper collection procedures as set forth by NIDA. Picks up samples from nursing units as required. Performs other related functions as assigned by the Phlebotomy Supervisor. Population: Performs Phlebotomy services for all patient populations; Inpatient and Outpatient. Provides services to all hospital departments based on physician orders for testing.