Phlebotomy Tech

WVU Medicine; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. in Wheeling, WV seeks a Phlebotomy Tech to collect blood and blood cultures, as well as non-blood specimens such as urine, sputum, semen and throat swabs, with attention to chain of custody.

You will perform venipunctures and skin punctures, label specimens in the patient’s presence, operate basic lab equipment, communicate with patients and staff, and handle clerical tasks like filing and report distribution.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy Certification (CPT) preferred.
• Six months phlebotomy experience.

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.

Skills

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy Certification (CPT)

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Job description

## Phlebotomy TechApplylocations: Wheeling Hospital (WHH)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR26-41289## Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.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:**1. High School Diploma or equivalent.**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:******EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:****1. Phlebotomy Certification (CPT).**EXPERIENCE:**1. Six (6) months of phlebotomy experience.**CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.1. Consistently draws blood competently and expediently with as little patient discomfort as possible for patient groups from neonates to geriatrics.2. Properly labels all specimens in the presence of the patient.3. Operate basic laboratory equipment (e.g., centrifuges, computer systems, labeling printers, scanners, phone system, etc.).4. Communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, clients, and staff.5. Perform clerical duties such as filing, report distribution, processing, and faxing.6. If applicable, collect drug screens (internal and external) using Chain of Custody Process.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Heavy/Hard work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment weighing 40+lbs.2. Ability to bend, stoop, reach and be capable of normal rotation, standing and walking for entire shift. **WORKING ENVIRONMENT:** The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. May require unsupervised access to restricted areas that may contain medications, supplies and patient confidential information.2. May be required to travel between facilities/buildings.3. May be scheduled to work various shifts based on departmental needs. **SKILLS AND ABILITIES:**1. Ability to use a computer keyboard, monitor, mouse, and calculator.2. Ability to use computer software (PowerPoint, Word, and Excel).3. Ability to use Fax machines, printers and other office equipment.**Additional Job Description:****Scheduled Weekly Hours:**40**Shift:****Exempt/Non-Exempt:**United States of America (Non-Exempt)**Company:**WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.**Cost Center:**112 WH Clinical Labs**Address:**1 Medical Park DriveWheelingWest Virginia**Equal Opportunity Employer**