Phlebotomist 6218

The Keystone Distinction Group; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits available

Job summary

The Keystone Distinction Group in Greer, SC is seeking a contract Phlebotomist (Mon-Fri, 8a-5p) with about 3 months duration and potential conversion to permanent. You will perform venipunctures, label and process specimens, and maintain accurate data under OSHA guidelines.

The role requires 6+ months of venipuncture experience, a state phlebotomy certification, and a high school diploma or GED; MS Office proficiency is preferred.

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.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination.
• Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures and explains venipuncture to patients.
• Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and packages specimens for transport.
• Ensure proper labeling, temperature control and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Venipuncture

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm.
• Position: Phlebotomist 6218
• Location: Greer, SC
• Schedule: M-F 8a-5p
• Projected duration: 3 months + potential for perm
• Job code: CVDJP00036218
• benefits are available
• 1+ years of diagnostic phlebotomy 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