Description
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 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, 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
Hourly rate: $18.94 - $24.62