Job Title: Phlebotomist
Job Description

The Phlebotomy Technician I primarily performs skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for the purpose of obtaining a blood specimen for analysis in the clinical laboratory. The PT I works under the supervision of the Laboratory Director/Manager/Supervisor. Responsibilities include performing computer data entry, filing, telephone communication, and other clerical duties. The PT I must have adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory and demonstrate good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner. The PT I must demonstrate proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients. Additional duties include processing microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank specimens, processing specimens for referral to reference laboratories, stocking routine supplies, and maintaining the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers, and work areas. The PT I will also process or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policies and procedures. Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Hard SkillsSkin puncture and venipunctureComputer data entryKnowledge of laboratory test terminologyProper phlebotomy techniqueProcessing microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank specimensProcessing specimens for referral to reference laboratoriesUsing automated laboratory instrumentationSoft SkillsGood communication skillsTelephone etiquettePolite and friendly mannerAttention to cleanlinessAbility to follow established policies and proceduresJob Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 6 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Gadsden, Alabama.

Work Environment

Fast paced hospital lab setting. Will be completing phleb rounds on patients. Rotating shifts include: 5AM-3PM, 5PM-5AM, 12 HR Day Shift (3 12's), and 8 Hour Day Shift.

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