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.

The Phlebotomist I performs specimen collection using various techniques such as venipuncture, capillary puncture, PIVO, and throat swab collections. They collect specimens from patients of various acuities, including newborns, patients in intensive care, and all other areas of the hospital. They adhere to and enforce standards for laboratory compliance and safety regulations.

Responsibilities include:

• Accurately collecting patient specimens for diagnostic testing
• Performing specimen collection using various techniques
• Adhering to personal protective requirements
• Communicating procedures and instructions with patients and family members
• Demonstrating empathy during every interaction
• Opportunities for growth, developing skills such as patient registration, participation in CODE response teams, training and mentoring new staff, specimen processing, and participation in special projects
• Maintaining organisational skills, navigating multiple computer systems, working well as a team member, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Ability to take on-call shifts and participate in holiday rotations

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 Requirements:

• 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
• 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