Phlebotomist

Reports to: Laboratory Director

FLSA Classification: Full-Time, Part-time, or PRN, Non-exempt, Hourly $17.51- $ 23.04

Essential Functions :

• Responsible for the procurement of blood specimens via venipuncture or skin puncture technique; preparation of specimens for testing; and, processing of specimens.
• Procure blood by venipuncture, finger stick, or heel stick, on patients of all ages.
• Procure arterial blood samples from outpatients and neonates for blood gas analysis.
• Assess patient condition to ensure a quality specimen is drawn that will yield accurate test results. Determine specimen collection times based on information given by

• Evaluate physician orders and place orders in the laboratory information system when necessary.
• Consult with lab team, clinic staff, and providers on unusual orders or requests.
• Process specimens for testing on a timely basis and send out to reference labs, ensuring proper handling of specimens to maintain quality when it arrives at the testing site.
• Maintain a high level of patient care, being away of patient needs and meeting their expectations.
• Transport specimens from patient care areas, including ER, OR and nursing units.
• Give patients instructions to ensure accurate collection or preparation of the specimen by the patient.
• Act as a resource to patient care areas with respect to test ordering or specimen collection questions.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring that it performs properly.
• Comply with established PPE requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious or harmful chemical or biological agents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited phlebotomy program required.

Skills and Expectations:

• Kind and professional demeanor.
• Professional and well-groomed appearance at all times.
• Communicate positively and effectively, both written and verbally, with patients, family, and staff.
• Demonstrate effective organizational skills in an evolving environment.
• Work with honesty, compassion and integrity at all times.
• Understand and adhere to the scope of service for the department and this position.
• Understand and adhere to all of PMC’s policies and procedures.
• Understand and adhere to PMC’s Code of Conduct.
• Adhere to the strictest confidentiality and HIPAA regulations.
• Demonstrate a commitment to building and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable working environment.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient in emergency situations.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate strong emotional intelligence.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing this job, the employee:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Must be able to move and traverse about the facility 50% of the time.
• Frequently transport objects weighing up to 50lbs
• Occasionally position objects weighing up to 100lbs.
• Must be able to communicate and exchange information in a way others will understand.
• Must be able to recognize details such as color and depth within a few feet of the observer.
• Frequently operates computers, machinery, and other healthcare equipment.
• Constantly positions self to complete essential functions.
• May be required to wear N95s or PAPRs throughout the shift.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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