BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB Performs venipunctures and capillary sticks and collects specimens for laboratory procedures; assists with other duties in the laboratory and hospital that do not require licensure, as assigned. REPORTS TO • Director—Laboratory JOB REQUIREMENTS Supervisory Responsibilities: No Minimum Education: High school diploma or GED preferred. License/Certification Required: None Minimum Work Experience: One year experience as a phlebotomist preferred REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES • organizational and communication skills required. • Displays poise and self confidence. • Has a working knowledge and experience with venipuncture and skin puncture techniques. • Knowledgeable about collection tubes, test requirements, and safety aspects of phlebotomy. • Is able to multi-task, handle stress appropriately and work in a fast-paced environment. • Works well with others and consistently displays a courteous professional attitude in all situations. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Correctness of specimens collected and labeled, clerical duties, QI, etc. • Maintains technical/clinical standards of work area. • Reliability and speed in collections, labeling, spec processing, deliveries, etc. • Quantity of quality specimens collected and correctly labeled per unit of time. • Meets deadlines for stat, urgent, routine, timed specimen collections • Maintains efficient work environment related to quality specs, timely collections, labeling, etc. • Maintains work area and equipment in the condition required by department standards. • Identifies patient by checking name and E number on patient armband. • Labels all specimen tubes following established procedure: Date and time of draw and phlebotomist initials. • Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions and safety procedures. • Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment. • Performs venipuncture using correct technique and with minimal discomfort to the patient. • Performs fingerstick procedures with correct technique and when unable to obtain specimen by venipuncture. • Foster and encourage principles of C/FCC to include: communication, education, orientation and implementation of C/FCC actions and projects. • Maintains productive work environment related to work habits, interruptions, etc. • Under supervision will help in the training of new employees and student interns at the hospital in the performance of phlebotomy duties. • Follows all organizational and department or unit policies and procedures. • Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intradepartmentally to facilitate the department’s/unit’s ability to meet its goals and objectives. • Willingly accepts any other assignment that may be requested. Minimizes costs in supplies, time and training to collect and process specimens. • Minimizes costs in collections, repeat collections, QI, labeling, etc. Utilizes hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. • Light lifting, pushing and pulling is required for 10-20 lbs occasionally and frequent moving of objects of less than 10 lbs is required. Frequent sitting with some walking, standing, squatting, bending and reaching is required. Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required. Come work where you can make a difference everyday.