Phlebotomist
The Certified Phlebotomy Technician II primarily performs skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for the purpose of obtaining a blood specimen for analysis in the clinical laboratory and is under the supervision of Laboratory Director/Manager/Supervisor.
Responsibilities include:
- Performing computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties
- Possessing adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory
- Demonstrating good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner
- Demonstrating proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients
- Processing microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens
- Processing specimens for referral to reference laboratories
- Stocking and ordering routine supplies
- Maintaining the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas
- Processing or loading specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures
- May assist to pick up samples at hospital/OR, assist lab specialty in sorting out samples for analysis and put away samples, assist pathology, inventory, replenish supplies, order supplies, mail pick up/delivery, faxing, answering phone, product deliveries, etc.
- May work multi-departments or night shift/graveyard shift
- May perform point of care testing after training and documented competency
- Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma, or equivalent, required
- Current and valid state certification as a CPT preferred
- BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current, according to hospital requirement
- Minimum of two (2) years of clinical laboratory experience, required
Pay Transparency:
Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $17.33 to $25.09. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status: Part Time < 60 Shift Days