What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist - Hospital position at Seacrest Behavioral Health?
Role Overview: The Lab Phlebotomist - Hospital performs venipuncture and skin puncture procedures within a hospital setting, ensuring accurate patient identification and specimen labeling.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Collects blood specimens via venipuncture, finger, heel sticks, and blood cultures, including complex procedures with specialized kits.
- Maintains quality and response times for STAT and timed orders, serving on trauma and code response teams.
- Works closely with healthcare professionals to collect specimens from patients of all ages, handling approximately 400 patients daily.
- Ensures proper site preparation and specimen handling, following laboratory policies, and participates in proficiency testing and re-education as needed.
- Communicates effectively with internal and external teams, documenting procedures and maintaining certification through Continuing Education.
- Works in a fast-paced environment, covering weekends, holidays, and call shifts as required.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 6 months phlebotomy experience or completion of a recognized training program.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days.
- Strong communication, patient care, and multitasking skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a dynamic healthcare setting.