SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES: Phlebotomist performs sterile venipuncture for the collection of blood samples from patients. Works in a variety of different capacities to collect these blood samples, but this is always their major focus. Prepares samples for a variety of different tests and procedures. Works well with patients and helps to keep them calm by properly explaining procedures and actions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Assembles equipment for drawing blood, such as needles, tourniquet, gauze, blood collection devices, cotton, and alcohol, according to test or procedure requirements

Applies tourniquet, inserts needle into vein or pricks finger, draws blood into collection bag or tube, and applies treatment to puncture site

Assures cleanliness of the draw area, properly apply pressure and makes sure area is safe and clean after the blood is drawn

Labels and stores blood containers in accordance with established procedures and protocols and enters necessary information into the computer system in order to maintain proper specimen integrity

Collect throat culture specimens as necessary

Conducts medical testing procedures to screen blood samples

Converses with patient and/or family to explain and allay fears of procedure

Enters test results send from reference laboratory to patient reports and distributes reports to clinicians

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, nurses and other staff

Answers phones, handles calls from patients, schedules appointments, properly maintains schedules and records and receives patients as necessary

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

6 months to a year experience in medical office setting is strongly preferred or, equivalent combination of experience, education, and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities. Knowledge of an electronic medical record (EMR) is strongly preferred.

Phlebotomy certification is preferred but not required.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The specific work environment for this position is a multiple doctors’ facility working in an office setting. This position involves considerable sitting at a desk having sole responsibility for his or her working environment and it involves working independently within a larger office. Typically, all required responsibilities are completed in the laboratory or work station although walking to other areas within the office can be necessary. The environment may be stressful at times due to patient volumes, patient anxiety, or needs from the physician's clinic.

The position requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, repetitive motions and finger use. Pushing and pulling are occasionally required. Use of a computer, keyboard and telephone along with various office machines is an essential part of the job.

DISCLAIMERThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Phlebotomist. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Phlebotomist may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed or as directed by supervision