Phlebotomist 2675

Retail Options; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Wichita, KS is seeking a Phlebotomist with geriatric experience to assist in blood draws and specimen collection. Candidates should have at least 6 months of phlebotomy experience, valid certification, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The role offers varied hours and the potential for permanent placement after 3 months.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid Phlebotomy certification required in the state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures.
• Explains the process of venipuncture to patients.
• Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
• Packages specimens for transport maintaining integrity.

Skills

Geriatric experience

Blood drawing

Communication

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Phlebotomy certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Position: Phlebotomist 2675

Location: Wichita, KS

Schedule: Hours will vary from 7 AM to 5 PM, shifts will be 8 hours

Projected duration: 3 months + potential for perm

Job code: CVDJP00032675

Benefits are available

Requires geriatric experience

Summary

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

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 Suite
• High School Diploma or GED
• 1-2+ years of experience