Phlebotomist/PSR III

Title: Phlebotomist, PSR III

Location: 2501 E Southern Ave Suite 12 Tempe, AZ 85282

Hours: Mon-Thurs 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-12pm with rotating Saturdays

Classification: Non-exempt

Objective

Phlebotomists are responsible for the drawing, collecting, and handling of all laboratory specimens. Phlebotomists perform a collection of specimens for the following age groups: Newborns, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, Senior Adult and Geriatric. The phlebotomist is an OSHA Category I employee, performing tasks which involve exposure to blood and bodily fluids.

Essential Functions

• Be available to work required hours and report to work on time
• Register patients and act as the receptionist
• Interact courteously and tactfully with the customer and actively seek his/her opinion
• Demonstrate good communication skills in instructing patients on special collections
• Follow HIPAA guidelines for confidentiality
• Complete assignments in a timely manner
• Maintain a professional attitude and personal appearance
• Follow all Universal Precautions guidelines
• Utilize all safety equipment (gloves, masks, etc.)
• Be familiar with Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Communications, and Laboratory Safety Manuals
• Review the Phlebotomy Manual annually
• Follow the procedure for specimen collection: Venipuncture, Capillary sticks (utilize heel-warmers), Urinalysis, Throat Cultures & Strep, Glucose Tolerances, and First Aid
• Know how to handle patients with adverse reactions to venipuncture
• Computer proficiency for data entry and data accuracy (Life Points)
• Use two identifiers before collecting patient specimens
• Assure safety through appropriate specimen labeling
• Notify physicians of critical lab results
• Clean and organize the phlebotomy area
• Stock inventory upon delivery and break down boxes
• Perform additional duties as requested by supervisor

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum age requirement of 18.
• Must have previous experience in phlebotomy, completion of a certification preferred.
• Must be a high school graduate, or have achieved equivalency through the GED exam.
• Good organizational and communication skills are required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and certification for CPR preferred
• Previous experience in phlebotomy
• Basic computer skills required
• Reliable transportation
• Physical abilities required include: Repetitive motion, standing, walking, lifting, visual acuity, speaking, writing, reading, kneeling, reaching, turning and bending

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus
• Knowledge of medical terminology

BENEFITS

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid sick time

ALL EMPLOYEES ARE EMPLOYEES AT-WILL AND ARE FREE TO LEAVE LABTECH DIAGNOSTICS AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON OR FOR NO REASON AT ALL. AS A CORRESPONDING RIGHT, LABTECH DIAGNOSTICS HAS THE SAME RIGHT TO TERMINATE AN EMPLOYEE AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON OR FOR NO REASON AT ALL.