Phlebotomist- Contracted

POSITION SUMMARY

To draw intravenous and capillary blood from adults, children, and infants. To perform clerical duties associated with the drawing of blood specimens. To be cross-trained in specimen processing and blood procurement areas.

Essential Duties

Draws intravenous blood, using proper aseptic and collection techniques, from the veins of adults and children. Draws capillary blood, using proper aseptic and collection techniques, from the fingers of adults and children and from the great toe or heel of infants. Draws intravenous blood into proper tubes and culture vials according to the purpose for which the blood is to be tested.

Draws capillary blood into proper Microtainers, Unopettes, and tubes according to the purpose for which the blood is to be tested. Makes rounds on nursing units according to established policies to obtain specimens, collect requisitions, deliver reports, and draw blood as indicated. Sorts slips for each unit and prepares carts/trays for next day’s assignments.

Takes charge of phlebotomy on weekends and holidays as required by the department. Sets up and maintains drawing carts and/or trays according to the number and type of blood specimens to be drawn. Assists with the teaching of venipuncture and capillary techniques to students and new personnel as required. Maintains work area in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.

Performs duties as appropriate to the age of the patient served (i.e., child, adolescent, adult, geriatric). Consistently reports to work on time, ready to work at the start of the shift, and works steadily to the end of the shift. Works scheduled shifts. Is not absent without appropriate documentation. Always provides proper notification when late or absent with at least two hours' notice.

Distributes and collects patient surveys. Performs other tasks of the department as requested.