Phlebotomist

• Properly identifies patient before obtaining specimen and labels the samples subsequent to the collection in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures
• Performs any laboratory procedures, which must be accomplished at the time of collection
• Transports patients’ specimens to the laboratory, or makes arrangements for delivery of specimens to the laboratory in a timely manner
• Keys and verifies computer input data, assigns identification numbers, and produces specimen collection lists/labels and other computer reports
• Legibly documents failure-to-draw reasons according to laboratory policies and procedures
• Processes and delivers specimens received in the laboratory to the proper sections for analysis
• Resolves routine problems related to specimen collection and specimen processing
• Consults reference manuals to ensure specimens are properly packaged for send out
• Coordinates the dispatch log and courier requests for specimens being sent to outside laboratories
• Uses lab computer system to enter and retrieve pertinent patient information
• Consults with medical staff and other health care providers on matters relating to laboratory services
• Answers telephones, routes callers, takes messages and provides information to callers
• Sets up, calibrates, cleans and performs routine maintenance on laboratory centrifuges
• Operates a personal computer, calculator, FAX machine, copy machine or related office machinery in performing assigned duties
• Requests and orders supplies as necessary to keep materials on hand at all times
• Assists in training new personnel in accordance with laboratory and phlebotomy department policies and procedures
• Adheres to TMC organizational and department-specific safety, confidentiality, values policies and standards
• Performs related duties as assigned

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
• Six (6) months of experience collecting blood specimens
• Knowledge of the proper collection of blood specimens and proper chain of custody to ensure integrity of the specimens
• Skill in the collection of blood specimens
• Skill in organizing labels and work to ensure timely completion of tasks
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to complete routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to listen and accurately interpret others’ communication or instructions to take appropriate action
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

$1500 Sign on Bonus with Two Years of Experience