PD Phlebotomist - Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital

Whittier Health Network; Bradford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Per Diem Phlebotomist to join their team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for collecting blood samples and ensuring patient comfort during procedures. Your expertise in venipuncture and phlebotomy will contribute to maintaining high standards of care. This position offers flexible hours, allowing you to work during early morning shifts. If you are passionate about patient care and have a keen eye for detail, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values professionalism and compassion in a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and phlebotomist certification required.
• Prior experience as a phlebotomist technician is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples using venipuncture and finger sticks.
• Maintain specimen integrity and follow safety procedures.
• Reassure patients and maintain a clean workspace.

Skills

Venipuncture

Phlebotomy

Finger sticks

Verbal communication

Written communication

Electronic medical records (EMR)

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Infection control procedures

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomist certification

First aid certification

Job description

Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital - Bradford, MA
Per Diem Phlebotomist
$25/hr
Hours: 5am-8am

Essential Duties:

• Serves patients by identifying the best method for retrieving blood samples and other specimens, preparing specimens for laboratory testing, and performing screening procedures.
• Verifies test requisitions by comparing information with nursing station log and bringing discrepancies to the attention of unit personnel.
• Verifies patient identification and explains sampling procedures to patients.
• Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks.
• Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures, and observing isolation procedures.
• Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection and maintaining daily tallies of collections performed.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
• Serves and protects the hospital or healthcare facility community by adhering to professional standards, institutional policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO).
• Reassures patients who are nervous about sampling procedures and applies dressings to wounds created by blood draws.
• Maintains an organized and clean workspace.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Adept at venipuncture, phlebotomy, and finger sticks
• Excellent verbal and written communication and documentation skills
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)
• Interpersonal skills and compassion
• Analyzing information, critical thinking, and problem solving
• Knowledge of infection control procedures
• Bedside manner
• Attention to detail
• Procedural and organizational skills
• Quality focus
• Basic computer skills

Education, Experience, & Licensing Requirements:

• High school diploma
• Phlebotomist certification
• First aid certification
• Prior experience as a phlebotomist technician a plus