Phlebotomist

*Phlebotomist Responsibilities:*
* Identifying patients and their personal information by reviewing their identity documents.
* Assessing patient needs, reviewing patient history, and determining the reason(s) for drawing blood.
* Selecting gauge needles and preparing veins or fingers for blood drawing.
* Extracting blood from patients through venipuncture or fingersticks.
* Analyzing blood specimens using the correct testing equipment, when necessary.
* Preparing specimens for transportation, including labeling vials accurately and matching blood specimens to patients.
* Supplying diagnostic notes to physicians, other healthcare professionals, and hospitals.
* Keeping and maintaining records of patient names, volume of blood drawn, and diagnostic findings.
* Cleaning, maintaining, and calibrating laboratory equipment used in the drawing and testing of blood specimens.
* Ordering laboratory supplies, as needed.

*Phlebotomist Requirements:*
* Diploma in phlebotomy.
* Certification with the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians, Inc. and/or the National Phlebotomy Association (NPA).
* Proven experience working as a phlebotomist.
* Understanding of proper patient identification methods.
* Knowledge of legal requirements pertaining to drawing blood, handling specimen samples, and the use of relevant medical equipment.
* Experience using effective puncture techniques.
* Knowledge of testing protocols and the use of testing equipment.
* Superb dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Keen attention to detail.

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Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday

Experience:
* Phlebotomy: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:
* BLS Certification (Required)
* Certified Phlebotomy Technician (Required)

Ability to Commute:
* Ann Arbor, MI 48106 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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