What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician/Phlebotomist position at MedPeds Associates of Sarasota, PA?
Established Internal Medicine and Pediatric Practice is looking for a Lab Technician/Phlebotomist to join our team. Essential functions include but are not limited to the following:
Job Responsibilities
- Keeps laboratory supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance and calling for repairs.
- Documents information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Resolves problems by examining and evaluating data and selecting corrective steps.
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications.
- Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility
- Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain a clean and orderly environment
- Collect blood samples from patients
- Practice proper patient identification
- Label vials with patient names and dates
- Decipher the best method for drawing blood depending on the specific patient
- Sample processing
- Perform and manage CLIA-waived tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards and protocols.
- Expect to work with a large number of patients varying in age and health status
- Be friendly, courteous and sympathetic when it comes to working with patients
- Keep phlebotomy station well-organized at all times
- Practice infection control standards at all times when working with patients and equipment
Laboratory Technician Qualifications / Skills:
- Familiarity with a lab environment
- Clinical lab testing
- Creating a safe, effective environment
- Equipment calibration
- Biohazard safety
- Medical teamwork
- Supply management
- Self-development
- Ability to work autonomously and under pressure
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Phlebotomist or Phlebotomy Technician
- Experience with effective puncture techniques
- Understanding of proper patient identification methods
- Computer experience in Electronic Medical Records (Centricity Practice Solutions a plus)
- 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
- Experience running lab equipment
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology
- Ability to Multi-task
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in busy clinic setting, Internal Medicine and/or Pediatrics a plus
Our Company Offers:
- Competitive Hourly Rates
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Health, Dental and Vision Benefits after 60 Days
- Simple IRA
- Office Hours: 8:30-5:30 M-TH and 8:30 -2:00 Friday
- Phlebotomy Hours: 7:30-4:30 M-TH and Friday 8-1:30
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Sarasota, FL 34239: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20
