Phlebotomy Technician - Lab Support & Patient Care

UF Health; Yulee, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health is seeking a Phlebotomist to join the draw station team. You will verify orders, identify patients, perform venipuncture, and prepare specimens for testing with proper labeling and handling.

You will maintain patient logs, provide courteous service, respond to requests, and support clerical tasks as needed. Requirements include completion of a phlebotomy training program, 2 years in related field preferred, high school diploma or GED, and phlebotomy certification at hire; BLS is

Qualifications

• Requires completion of phlebotomy training program.
• 2 years related field-Phlebotomy and specimen processing preferred.
• Phlebotomy Certification required at time of hire
• American Red Cross or American Heart Association BLS required at time of hire

Responsibilities

• At draw station, verify physician's orders and identify patients according to established procedures prior to specimen collection.
• Perform venipuncture/specimen collection according to established procedure.
• Prepare specimens for testing to include proper patient identification, centrifugation when appropriate
• At draw station, prepare and bag specimens according to established guidelines for delivery to the testing facility.
• Assist in various preparatory techniques throughout the laboratory as assigned.
• Follows PPE procedures and all safety protocol for specimens
• Complete mandatory training, adhere to policies and procedures, time and attendance guidelines, core values, and confidentiality agreement.
• May assist in the training of new employees.
• Maintain a positive customer service oriented disposition toward all patients and co-workers. Provide excellent customer service with internal and external patients.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy Certification

Job description

UF Health is seeking a Phlebotomist to join the draw station team. You will verify orders, identify patients, perform venipuncture, and prepare specimens for testing with proper labeling and handling.

You will maintain patient logs, provide courteous service, respond to requests, and support clerical tasks as needed. Requirements include completion of a phlebotomy training program, 2 years in related field preferred, high school diploma or GED, and phlebotomy certification at hire; BLS is