BioReference
Position Summary
The Phlebotomist provides expertise in blood draws and specimen preparation. Their ability to put patients at ease and obtain sufficient samples with minimal discomfort to patients across a wide demographic is critical to our commitment to high quality care for our patients and partners.
Principal Job Duties
Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.
Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures
Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required
Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles
Fully understand all of the physicians' orders
Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes; label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order
Checks all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct
Package specimens for transport
Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.
Understands and complies with OSHA and DEP regulations
Wears appropriate attire including all PPE
Attend annual department trainings
Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries
Other duties as assigned
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where employed as required by state (CA, NV, WA & LA requires certification)
Experience And Required Skills
Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent patient interaction skills both in person and by phone
Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently
Physical Demands And Working Conditions
Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
Ability to lift 20 pounds
Frequent contact with water (hand washing and cleaning), biohazardous body fluids, and hazardous chemicals
BioReference is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Principal Job Duties
Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.
Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures
Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required
Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles
Fully understand all of the physicians' orders
Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes; label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order
Checks all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct
Package specimens for transport
Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.
Understands and complies with OSHA and DEP regulations
Wears appropriate attire including all PPE
Attend annual department trainings
Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries
Other duties as assigned
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where employed as required by state (CA, NV, WA & LA requires certification)
Experience And Required Skills
Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent patient interaction skills both in person and by phone
Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently
Physical Demands And Working Conditions
Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
Ability to lift 20 pounds
Frequent contact with water (hand washing and cleaning), biohazardous body fluids, and hazardous chemicals
BioReference is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at BioReference by 2x
Get notified about new Phlebotomist jobs in
Cape Vincent, NY .
#J-18808-Ljbffr