Phlebotomist 5711

MedTeam Staffing Inc.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits are available

Job summary

MedTeam Staffing Inc. is recruiting a Phlebotomist for a Tulsa, OK contract role (8:30 AM–5:00 PM, Mon–Fri). The position lasts about 3 months with potential for permanent placement.

Responsibilities include blood draws, specimen labeling, centrifuging, and data entry, with a focus on safe and accurate specimen handling. Minimum requirements include a phlebotomy certification as required by state, at least 6 months of venipuncture experience in fast-paced settings, proficiency in MS Office, and

Qualifications

• Valid Phlebotomy certification as required in some states.
• Minimum 6 months' venipuncture experience in a fast-paced lab or hospital.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information.
• Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures; explains venipuncture process clearly to patients.
• Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes; label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required.
• Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct.
• Package specimens for transport; store samples per required temperature; comply with OSHA and DEP regulations; participate in annual trainings.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

MS Office

Education

Phlebotomy certification

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Opportunity

This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm.

Position Details

• Position: Phlebotomist 5711
• Location: Tulsa OK
• Schedule: 8:30AM to 5PM M-F
• Projected duration: 3 months + potential for perm
• Job code: CVDJP00035711
• Benefits: Benefits are available

Requirements

• requires a minimum of 1 year of experience
• requires pediatric and geriatric experience
• requires a minimum of 1 year of experience

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 1 year of experience

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.

Summary

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