Phlebotomy Tech

Reynolds Memorial Hospital; Glen Dale (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

RMH Reynolds Memorial Hospital in Glen Dale, West Virginia, is seeking a phlebotomist responsible for blood and blood culture collection, non-blood specimen collection, venipunctures and skin punctures, and ensuring proper chain of custody when needed.

Responsibilities include labeling specimens in the patient's presence, operating basic lab equipment, communicating with patients and staff, performing clerical tasks, and collecting drug screens when applicable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum six months phlebotomy experience.
• Phlebotomy Certification (CPT) preferred.
• Ability to perform venipunctures and specimen collection accurately.

Responsibilities

• Consistently draws blood competently and expediently with minimal patient discomfort.
• Labels all specimens in the presence of the patient.
• Operate basic laboratory equipment including centrifuges, printers, scanners.
• Communicate effectively with patients, clients, and staff.
• Perform clerical duties such as filing and report distribution.
• Collect drug screens using Chain of Custody Process, if applicable.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

Laboratory equipment operation

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy Certification (CPT)

Tools

Centrifuges

Labeling printers

Scanners

Laboratory information system

Job description

Responsible for blood and blood culture collection; non-blood specimen collection including urine, sputum, semen samples, throat swabs; chain of custody specimen collection. Perform venipunctures and skin punctures competently and expediently.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE

• Phlebotomy Certification (CPT).

Experience

• Six (6) months of phlebotomy experience.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consistently draws blood competently and expediently with as little patient discomfort as possible for patient groups from neonates to geriatrics.
• Properly labels all specimens in the presence of the patient.
• Operate basic laboratory equipment (e.g., centrifuges, computer systems, labeling printers, scanners, phone system, etc.).
• Communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, clients, and staff.
• Perform clerical duties such as filing, report distribution, processing, and faxing.
• If applicable, collect drug screens (internal and external) using Chain of Custody Process.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Heavy/Hard work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment weighing 40+lbs.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach and be capable of normal rotation, standing and walking for entire shift.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• May require unsupervised access to restricted areas that may contain medications, supplies and patient confidential information.
• May be required to travel between facilities/buildings.
• May be scheduled to work various shifts based on departmental needs.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to use a computer keyboard, monitor, mouse, and calculator.
• Ability to use computer software (PowerPoint, Word, and Excel).
• Ability to use Fax machines, printers and other office equipment.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Shift

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

RMH Reynolds Memorial Hospital

Cost Center

112 RMH Clinical Labs

Address

800 Wheeling Avenue

Glen Dale

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.