Mobile Phlebotomist

Trident Care; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident Care is seeking a phlebotomist to perform patient blood draws at client facilities in Anaheim, CA. You will travel to nursing homes, follow safety and labeling procedures, and ensure proper transport of specimens.

The role requires licensure, English proficiency, and a valid driver's license. You will work with dispatch and laboratory teams to maintain accurate time sheets and schedules, while ensuring high standards of patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have current clinical licensure, if required by state.
• Knowledge of medical terminology as it relates to laboratory purposes.
• Proficient in phlebotomy procedures including venipuncture, tourniquet application/removal and site decontamination.
• Knowledge of specimen preservation, patient preparation and specimen procedures.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Must have access to a vehicle in good working condition meeting daily driving needs.
• Must maintain a good driving record.
• Must work with minimal supervision and accurately maintain time sheets.
• Understand resident rights and patient care rights, including right to refuse.
• Ability to obtain blood specimens under various patient conditions.
• Proficient in written/verbal English.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with clients, patients, staff.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to take directions and conduct self professionally.

Responsibilities

• Drive personal vehicle to client facilities (mostly nursing homes) as directed by dispatcher or supervisor.
• Follow established phlebotomy procedures for obtaining blood samples.
• Identify patients correctly before drawing blood.
• Label specimens properly with required information and accompanying requisitions.
• Transport PHI in accordance with policy.
• Plan and organize draw schedule with patient priority.
• Complete logs, time sheets and other records accurately.
• Coordinate with dispatch, payroll, laboratory and courier departments.
• Maintain all equipment and report issues promptly to supervisor.
• On duty, respond to mobile device promptly and be available for assignments.
• Notify dispatch of future availability for assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Area Phlebotomy Supervisor.

Skills

Phlebotomy procedures

Patient identification

Record keeping

Time management

English communication

Driver's license

Education

Phlebotomy Certification/License

Job description

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Employee will drive their personal vehicle (unless other accommodations are made) to client facilities (mostly nursing homes) as directed by company dispatcher or assigned Area Phlebotomy Supervisor/ Area Lead.
• Follows established phlebotomy procedures for obtaining blood samples from patients.
• Properly and accurately identify patients according to phlebotomy patient identification policy prior to drawing.
• Ensures that specimens are properly labeled, in the proper tube and accompanied by a completed requisition, including patient billing information prior to transport.
• Followsphlebotomy policy on transporting PHI.
• Plans, organizes draw schedule with attention to priority of patients.
• Completes written logs, time sheets and other required records in a neat and accurate manner.
• Works cooperatively with dispatch, payroll, laboratory and courier departments.
• Maintains all equipment in good working order and reports problem immediately to Area Phlebotomy Supervisor.
• When on-duty, answers company issued mobile device promptly and is ready and available to work.
• Notifies dispatch of availability for future assignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Area Phlebotomy Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have current clinical Licensure, if required by State.
• Must possess knowledge of medical terminology as it relates to laboratory purposes.
• Proficient in phlebotomy procedures, techniques, including venipuncture, tourniquet application/removal and decontamination of the puncture site.
• Knowledge of required specimen preservation, adequate patient preparation and specimen procedures.
• Must have a current and valid Driver’s License and Auto Insurance.
• Must possess access to a vehicle in good working condition suitable to meet daily driving requirements.
• Must maintain a good driving record.
• Must be able to work under minimal supervision and accurately maintain time sheet records.
• Must understand and be knowledgeable of the resident rights, patient care and patient right to refuse.
• Ability to obtain blood specimens from patients under a variety of patient conditions.
• Proficient in written/verbal skills in the English Language.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients, patients, public and all staff members.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to take directions and conduct self in a professional manner.
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