Phlebotomist 1

Job description

The Phlebotomist 1 draws and collects blood samples from patients, verifies records and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis. Performs all pre-analytical functions. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Develops a complete understanding of specimen collection and handling in order to preserve specimen validity and integrity. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks and works under close supervision. Must have excellent customer service skills. Experience - Entry-level with no current hospital experience OR Previous experience is more than 1 year in the past Education - High School diploma or equivalent Training - Graduate of an accredited Phlebotomy, MLA or MA program (or equivalent) OR Certification-eligible as a Phlebotomist, MLA or MA - Compliance / Safety - Properly labels the blood tubes immediately after collection. - Follows all infection control procedures and proper protocol for maintaining a sterile site for collection of blood samples. - Understands the protocol for proper patient identification and the Lab's use of two distinct identifiers in that process. - Informs Manager or Supervisor of adverse p...