Phlebotomist

We are looking for a Phlebotomist to draw blood and other tissue or fluid from patients for testing. This is a rewarding job since you help people stay healthy and you can sometimes help save their lives too. One of the most important is to properly identify patients and correctly use phlebotomy methods (e.g. venipuncture, skin puncture). We’ll rely on you to preserve patient health and the quality of samples. We’re looking for important phlebotomist skills such as the presence of mind, people skills, and attention to detail. You should have a diploma in phlebotomy and have knowledge of puncture techniques. If you’re dedicated to your patients and have a firm but kind hand, we’d like to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Arrange daily activities based on a daily Patient list, and the urgency of requests for fluid samples
• Identify patients and their personal information using their ID, documents, or other means
• Determine the right venipuncture method based on patient age, health, etc.
• Reassure patients and help them relax
• Find veins that are suitable for puncture
• Draw blood using sterilized needles, vials, and other equipment
• Ensure optimal quality and quantity of samples
• Label samples correctly and send or deliver them for testing
• Answer patient questions and provide useful information
• Keep accurate records on fluid specimens and tests
• Tasks results of tests to the ordering provider
• call patients to come back for results
• Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards while working
• Help with blood transfusions when needed

Skills

• Proven experience as a Phlebotomist or Phlebotomy Technician
• Experience with effective puncture techniques
• Understanding of proper patient identification methods
• Knowledge of legal requirements about drawing blood, handling fluid samples, and use of relevant medical equipment and material
• Ability to use computers to enter information
• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to connect with various types of patients (such as children, elderly, pregnant women) and make them feel comfortable
• Patience and presence of mind
• Diploma in Phlebotomy or extensive on-the-job training
• Certification is a plus

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid sick time

Application Question(s):

• Could you interview this week from 12/2, 12/3, and 12/6 from 2 pm to 6 pm?

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (Required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 12/04/2021

Salary : $20