phlebotomist

Job Juncture; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits are available

Job summary

Job Juncture is seeking a Phlebotomist for a contract role in Shelby, NC. The position involves blood draws, labeling and processing specimens, with a potential to convert to permanent employment after the initial 3-month duration.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, specimen labeling, centrifuging, maintaining accurate data, and ensuring proper transport of specimens. A state phlebotomy certification and at least 6 months of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months venipuncture experience in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
• State phlebotomy certification required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of overall experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws and label specimens.
• Centrifuge specimens and record maintenance data.
• Decontaminate work area and update patient information.
• Package specimens for transport and ensure specimen integrity.

Skills

Blood draws

Venipuncture

Specimen labeling

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm.

Location: Shelby NC

Schedule:M-F 7:30 am to 4:30 pm
Job code:CVDJP00035984

Projected duration: 3 months + potential for perm

Benefits are available

minimum 1 year of experience required

Summary:

The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, trouble shooting, training and making work flow recommendations.

Position Responsibilities

• Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.
• Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures.Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required
• Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Fully understand all of the physicians' orders.Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
• Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct.
• Package specimens for transport
• Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Attend annual department trainings
• Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states
• Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office SuiteHigh School Diploma or GED
• minimum 1 year of experience