Phlebotomist 5314

RNInk; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

RNInk in Yakima, WA seeks a contract Phlebotomist to support pediatric and geriatric patients. The role involves drawing blood, labeling, and handling specimens with care. The position lasts about 3 months with potential for permanent placement.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, specimen processing, and ensuring accurate documentation while adhering to OSHA and DEP regulations. Training and workflow improvement are also part of the role.

Qualifications

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed.
• Minimum 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

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.
• Explain venipuncture process clearly to patients and demonstrate technique.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and ensure correct labeling.
• Package specimens for transport and store them properly.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA/DEP regulations and participate in trainings.
• Answer inquiries and maintain accurate documentation.

Job description

This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm

Location: Yakima WA

Schedule: 8-5 Mon to Fri
or
work either 10 or 10:30AM
to 7PM - schedule is being finalized

Projected duration: 3 months + potential for perm

Job code:CVDJP00035314

Benefits are available

requires pediatrics and geriatrics experience

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 Suite