Phlebotomist - Patient-Focused Blood Collection

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; United States; Sur place; USD 36 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital seeks a General Lab Phlebotomist to collect clinical samples for lab testing using venipuncture and capillary puncture. You will handle urine and specialty collections with focus on specimen integrity.

You will follow safety protocols, identify patients using two identifiers, maintain equipment, and support clerks with receiving specimens and phone duties as needed. Hospital environment values teamwork and accuracy.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology is preferred.
• Strong communication skills with patients and staff.
• Advanced computer skills for lab systems and records.

Responsabilités

• Collect clinical samples via venipuncture and skin puncture.
• Handle urine and specialty collections with proper labeling.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of blood drawing equipment.
• Identify patients using two unique identifiers.
• Assist clerks with receiving specimens and phone duties when available.
• Adhere to turnaround times for STAT, AM, and routine orders.
• Prevent infection and ensure specimen integrity during collection.

Connaissances

Medical terminology familiarity

Advanced computer skills

Strong communication skills

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

Laboratory computer system

Kiosk system

Description du poste

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital seeks a General Lab Phlebotomist to collect clinical samples for lab testing using venipuncture and capillary puncture. You will handle urine and specialty collections with focus on specimen integrity.

You will follow safety protocols, identify patients using two identifiers, maintain equipment, and support clerks with receiving specimens and phone duties as needed. Hospital environment values teamwork and accuracy.