Phlebotomist 5977

6 Degrees Search; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits are available

Job summary

6 Degrees Search seeks a skilled Phlebotomist in Anchorage, AK for a contract role with potential for permanency. Typical schedule is 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a projected duration of 3 months and a chance to convert.

You will perform blood draws, label specimens, and ensure proper handling and documentation while adhering to lab procedures and OSHA regulations. A valid phlebotomy certification and at least six months of venipuncture experience are required.

Qualifications

• Valid phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required.
• Minimum of 6 months venipuncture experience in a fast-paced lab or hospital.
• High school diploma or GED; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination.
• Collects and stores specimens per established procedures; explains venipuncture procedures clearly.
• Package specimens for transport and ensure accurate labeling and documentation.

Skills

Blood draws

Venipuncture

Laboratory procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm

Position: Phlebotomist 5977

Location: Anchorage AK

Schedule: 8AM to 5PM M-F

Projected duration: 3 months + potential for perm

Job code:CVDJP00035977

Benefits are available

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 1 year of experience