Phlebotomist

Talentify; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify is seeking a phlebotomist to accurately and rapidly collect blood samples from inpatients and outpatients, label tubes, and promptly deliver to the laboratory using proper aseptic techniques. The position requires a high school diploma; knowledge of capillary and venipuncture techniques is preferred.

Familiarity with Laboratory LIS for labeling and transfer lists is beneficial. Adherence to infectious disease isolation policies and maintaining good guest relations per standards is

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Knowledge of capillary and venipuncture techniques preferred.
• Experience with patient interactions is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Accurately collects blood and body fluid samples from inpatients and outpatients.
• Label tubes properly and deliver samples to the laboratory promptly.
• Utilizes LIS to receive specimens, generate labels and create transfer lists.
• Follows infectious/isolation policies and maintains guest relations.

Skills

Venipuncture

Capillary puncture

Patient interaction

Aseptic technique

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Laboratory LIS

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Accurately and rapidly collects blood and body fluid samples from inpatients and outpatients in the proper container correctly labeling all tubes and promptly delivering blood samples to the laboratory. Timely and accurately collects blood specimens from patients, using appropriate aseptic collection methods and the correct collection system. Utilizes Laboratory LIS to receive specimens, generate labels and create specimen transfer lists. Follows proper infectious/isolation policies. Performs duties promptly, safely, efficiently and reliably. Cares for and handles specimens, supplies and equipment properly. Maintains good guest relations and working relations by following University Health Customer Service Standards.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

A high school diploma or equivalent experience is required. Knowledge of capillary and venipuncture techniques is preferred.

LICENSURE/ CERTIFICATION

Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) or American Medical Technologists (AMT) is not required, but recommended.