Phlebotomist 5370

Keystone Distinction Group; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits are available

Job summary

The phlebotomist will perform venipuncture for blood draws, label and process specimens, centrifuge when required, and ensure specimen integrity and accurate data entry in Woodbridge, VA.

You will explain procedures to patients, follow OSHA and DEP safety protocols, maintain equipment and records, attend trainings, and collaborate with clinical staff. Contract is 3 months with potential for permanent placement; schedule Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Valid state phlebotomy certification.
• Minimum 6 months venipuncture experience.
• High School Diploma or GED; proficiency with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures, label and process specimens.
• Record maintenance data and test requisitions.
• Explain venipuncture process clearly to patients.
• Package and transport specimens per protocol.
• Ensure OSHA and DEP regulations compliance.
• Attend annual department trainings.
• Answer inquiries by reading lab results.

Education

Phlebotomy certification (state)

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm

Position: Phlebotomist 5370

Location: Woodbridge, VA

Schedule: Mon-Fri – 8am-5pm.

Projected duration: 3 months + potential for perm

Job code: CVDJP00035370

benefits are available

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 Suite. High School Diploma or GED

minimum 2 years of experience