Phlebotomist I

Phlebotomist I is responsible for accurate collection and handling of patient laboratory specimens for diagnostic testing according to established best practice in a manner that enhances patient and caregiver engagement.

As a Phlebotomist I, you will accurately collect patient specimens for diagnostic testing while working in a professional medical environment. This position functions as part of a dynamic team with a workload that ranges from fast-paced hospital settings and high/low volume clinics.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform specimen collection using various techniques such as venipuncture, capillary puncture, PIVO, and throat swab collections.
• Collect specimens from patients of various acuities, including newborns, patients in intensive care, and all other areas of the hospital.
• Adhere to and enforce standards for laboratory compliance and safety regulations.
• Communicate procedures and instructions with patients and family members and demonstrate empathy during every interaction.
• Develop skills such as patient registration, participation in CODE response teams, training and mentoring new staff, specimen processing, and participation in special projects.
• Maintain organisational skills, navigate multiple computer systems, work well as a team member, and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Take on-call shifts and participate in holiday rotations as needed.

Requirements:

• BLS Required
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Six months of phlebotomy experience, phlebotomy training, or national certification as approved by manager/supervisor preferred

Physical demands:

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy.
• Expected to lift and utilise full range of movement to transfer patients, bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment.

Benefits:

• Generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness.

Salary: $18.94 - $24.62 per hour