Phlebotomist

7a-5p or 7a-3 : 30p, works every 3rd weekend

JOB SUMMARY

The Phlebotomist is responsible for obtaining blood specimens required for the various laboratory tests.

Obtaining blood specimens involves the performance of an invasive procedure requiring extensive procedural knowledge and good judgment. It is important that he / she interacts with patients and nursing staff in a friendly, helpful, and courteous manner. Of utmost importance is the correct identification of the patient prior to drawing the blood specimen and the accurate labeling of the specimen before returning it to the laboratory. At times the phlebotomist is also responsible for the operation of the laboratory office, and therefore must be proficient in the clerical duties associated with the lab office.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education

• GED or High School Diploma required or current high school student in pursuit of GED to be obtained within one calendar year
• May have one or more years of college, vocational or technical school.
• May have completed a phlebotomy course and / or certification program.

Minimum Work Experience

Required Skills

FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Physical Requirements

Sitting - 16-31%

Walking - = or greater than 32%

Standing - = or greater than 32%

Bending / Squatting - 16-31%

Climbing / Kneeling - 1-15%

Twisting - 1-15%

OSHA Category

Exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Visual and Hearing Requirements

Must be able to see with corrective eye wear.

Must be able to hear clearly with assistance.

Color vision required.

Other Physical / Environmental Demands

Lifting - 0-50lbs, 50lbs or more with assistance

Carrying - 0-50lbs, 50lbs or more with assistance

Pulling - up to 100lbs

Pushing - up to 100lbs

Frequent talking and hearing is required for communication with physicians, nurses, other hospital

employees, and physicians' office personnel.

At times of emergency occurrences and heavy workload, stressful and strenuous situations may arise.

Most tasks require manual dexterity and frequent use of the hands.

Frequent movement from sitting to standing and back (up and down) required for most tasks.

LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES

Mission, Service, and Values

Supports the hospital Mission, Service and Values.

Essential Functions

PHLEBOTOMY

CLERICAL

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