Phlebotomist - Full Time (M-F 9:00 AM -5:30PM)

Job: Phlebotomist
Classification: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Job Category: 3 Technicians

Position Summary
The Phlebotomist is responsible for drawing blood, properly labeling each specimen, and working closely with the lab to make sure that the proper samples are delivered for each patient. Our phlebotomists must exhibit excellent patient service, answer patient questions, act as a resource for patient information, and strengthen the relationship between the patient and our entire medical facility. The Phlebotomist conducts waived lab tests and performs clerical and other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Correctly identifies each patient using two identifiers.
• Collect specimens exactly as outlined in each medical requisition or order.
• Develop effective collection techniques as they relate to groups such as pediatric and geriatric patients.
• Properly label and package each specimen and ensure that every specimen is delivered to the laboratory on time.
• Maintain an organized and clean work area based on the guidelines of our medical organization.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to learn and use current Hospital and Laboratory Information Systems.
• Must be able to multi-task and function in a high stress, busy work environment.
• Adheres to and follows all patient experience initiatives.
• Reports to and departs from work on time and as scheduled.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to deal with stress while maintaining composure.
• Follows and adheres to TRMC vaccine policy(s) mandated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Work Experience

• At least one year of experience in a clinical setting is preferred.

Education

• Phlebotomy certification preferred.

-BLS (Basic Life Support) required within 30- days of hire date.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
Lifting/Carrying Pushing/Pulling
Lbs. % Time Lbs. % Time
1-10 34-66 1-10 34-66
11-20 0-33 11-20 0-33
21-50 0-33 21-50 0-33
51-75 0-33 51-75 0-33
76-100 0-33 76-100 0-33

Movement % Time
Bend/Stoop/Twist 0-33
Crouch/Squat 0-33
Kneel/Crawl 0-33
Reach Above Shoulder 0-33
Reach Below Shoulder 0-33
Repetitive Arm 0-33
Repetitive Hand 0-33
Grasping 0-33
Squeezing 0-33
Climb Stairs 0-33
Walking Uneven 0-33
Walking Even 34-66

Environment % Time
Indoors 67-100
Outdoors 0-33
Extreme Heat 0-33
Dusty None
Excessive Noise 0-33

Equipment % Time
Motor Vehicles 0-33
Foot Pedals 0-33
Extreme Heat 0-33
Dusty None
Excessive Noise 0-33

Work Near % Time
Machinery None
Electricity None
Sharps 34-66
Chemicals 0-33
Fumes 0-33
Heights None

Vision
Depth Perception Required
< 20" Required
Color Required
Peripheral Required

Endurance Hours at Once Total in 12HR
Sit 1 3
Stand 4 4.5
Walk 4 4.5