Phlebotomist 6161

Kingfisher Recruiting; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingfisher Recruiting is seeking a Phlebotomist in Port Charlotte, FL for a 3-month contract with potential for permanence. Schedule is Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pm, and benefits are available. Requires 2-4 years diagnostic phlebotomy experience and pediatric-to-geriatric exposure.

Responsibilities include blood draws, specimen labeling, proper handling, and adherence to OSHA/DEP regulations. Qualifications include valid state phlebotomy certification and at least 6 months of venipuncture experience in a

Qualifications

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required.
• Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws and collect specimens.
• Label specimens accurately and maintain proper workflow documentation.
• Operate centrifuge and handle specimen processing per protocol.
• Explain the venipuncture process to patients in a clear, courteous manner.
• Ensure proper storage and transport of specimens following required procedures and temperatures.
• Adhere to OSHA and DEP regulations and participate in annual trainings.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Pediatric to geriatric care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm.

Position: Phlebotomist 6161

Location: Port Charlotte, FL

Schedule: Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pm

Projected duration: 3 months + potential for perm

Job code: CVDJP00036161

benefits are available

• 2-4 years of diagnostic phlebotomy experience required
• Pediatric to geriatric experience required

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