What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mobile Phlebotomist position at TridentCare2019?
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Drives personal vehicle to client facilities, typically nursing homes, as directed by company dispatcher.
- Unloads phlebotomy tray and takes to patient’s bedside to collect samples ordered by physician.
- Accurately identifies patient before collecting specimen(s).
- Accurately collects, labels, processes, and delivers specimens obtained from patients.
- Reloads equipment and all necessary specimens to vehicle for prompt delivery.
- Regularly communicates with dispatcher to report status and location.
- Strict adherence to Universal Precautions in controlling blood-borne pathogens and infectious disease exposures.
Maintain required certifications, health requirements, and operational requirements.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Practices excellent communication and interaction skills specific to the population served, including the pediatric and geriatric communities.
- Treats customers and patients with respect, dignity, and discretion; acknowledging residents’ rights and patients’ right to refuse
- Must have a current, valid State phlebotomy license
- Must have a current, valid State Driver’s license; car insurance; good driving record; a possess a vehicle in good working condition suitable to meet daily driving requirements
- Proficient in venipuncture and skin puncture using both vacutainer and syringe techniques
- Knowledge of laboratory operations
- Maintains sterile, sanitary conditions to prevent contamination
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