Phlebotomist - FCC Mount Pleasant (2nd Floor) - Full Time

Job: Phlebotomist  

Classification: Hourly/Non-Exempt 

Job Category: 3 Technicians 

Position Summary 

The Phlebotomist is responsible for drawing blood, properly labeling each specimen, and working closely with the lab to make sure that the proper samples are delivered for each patient.  Our phlebotomists must exhibit excellent patient service, answer patient questions, act as a resource for patient information, and strengthen the relationship between the patient and our entire medical facility.  The Phlebotomist conducts waived lab tests and performs clerical and other duties as assigned. 

 

Essential Functions 

• Correctly identifies each patient using two identifiers.  
• Collect specimens exactly as outlined in each medical requisition or order. 
• Develop effective collection techniques as they relate to groups such as pediatric and geriatric patients. 
• Properly label and package each specimen and ensure that every specimen is delivered to the laboratory on time. 
• Maintain an organized and clean work area based on the guidelines of our medical organization. 
• Effective verbal and written communication. 
• Ability to learn and use current Hospital and Laboratory Information Systems. 
• Must be able to multi-task and function in a high stress, busy work environment. 
• Adheres to and follows all patient experience initiatives. 
• Reports to and departs from work on time and as scheduled. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 
• Must be able to deal with stress while maintaining composure. 
• Follows and adheres to TRMC vaccine policy(s) mandated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
  
  

Work Experience 

• At least one year of experience in a clinical setting is preferred. 
  
  

 

Education 

• Phlebotomy certification preferred. 
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required within 30- days of hire date.  
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

Lifting/Carrying    Pushing/Pulling             

Lbs.      % Time     Lbs.      % Time 

 1-10     34-66      1-10      34-66 

11-20     0-33     11-20      0-33 

21-50     0-33     21-50      0-33 

51-75     0-33     51-75      0-33 

76-100    0-33     76-100    0-33 

      

Movement           % Time 

Bend/Stoop/Twist         0-33 

Crouch/Squat               0-33 

Kneel/Crawl                 0-33 

Reach Above Shoulder  0-33    

Reach Below Shoulder  0-33 

Repetitive Arm            0-33 

Repetitive Hand           0-33 

Grasping                     0-33 

Squeezing                   0-33 

Climb Stairs                0-33 

Walking Uneven           0-33 

Walking Even               34-66 

  

Environment        % Time 

Indoors              67-100 

Outdoors            0-33 

Extreme Heat      0-33 

Dusty                 None    

Excessive Noise   0-33 

  

Equipment       % Time 

Motor Vehicles    0-33 

Foot Pedals         0-33 

Extreme Heat      0-33 

Dusty                 None    

Excessive Noise   0-33 

  

Work Near         % Time 

Machinery          None

Electricity          None 

Sharps              34-66

Chemicals          0-33 

Fumes               0-33 

Heights             None 

  

Vision        

Depth Perception    Required 

< 20"                    Required 

Color                      Required 

Peripheral              Required 

  

Endurance       Hours at Once      Total in 12HR 

Sit                                 1                        3 

Stand                             4                       4.5 

Walk                              4                       4.5