Phlebotomist 5577

Job Juncture; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Juncture in Birmingham, AL is seeking a qualified phlebotomist to assist with blood collection, specimen labeling, centrifugation, and related duties in a fast-paced lab environment.

The role requires a valid phlebotomy certification, at least 6 months venipuncture experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and a high school degree; a minimum of 2 years of experience is preferred. You will follow OSHA regulations and participate in annual trainings.

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 of 2 years of experience

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws and label specimens per protocol.
• Centrifuge specimens and record maintenance data.
• Explain venipuncture process clearly to patients.
• Package and transport specimens as required.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations and attend annual trainings.

Skills

Venipuncture

Phlebotomy certification

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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