Phlebotomist at Piedmont HealthCare PA

Troutman, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Phlebotomy Techniques, Clinical Protocols, Efficient Draws, Patient Interaction, Record Keeping, Data Entry, Specimen Labeling, Infection Control, Equipment Sterilization, Supply Inventory, Communication Skills, Confidentiality Maintenance, Laboratory Testing, Instructional Skills, Bending and Reaching, Patient Transport Assistance, Stress Management

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description This will be a PRN position working 36 hours/week for the first 90 days. After 90 days, the position has the potential to become a full-time position with benefits. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Prepares equipment to efficiently collect blood products. Maintains adequate supplies. Performs venipuncture, arterial and capillary punctures on patients. Identifies and labels specimens. Conducts laboratory tests on specimens. Enters data into computer. Assists donor before, during and after donation. Instructs on urine collection procedures. Cleans/sterilizes equipment, instruments and work area following safety, cleanliness and infection control procedures. Inventories supplies and places orders as assigned by office. Maintains patient confidentiality. The job holder must demonstrate competencies applicable to the position. Requirements EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent. Phlebotomy Certification required EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one year work experience, preferably in health care. Phlebotomy experience helpful. REQUIREMENTS: None. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of phlebotomy techniques. Knowledge of clinical protocols and policies. Skill in efficient and effective draws. Skill in pleasant interactions with staff, patients and others. Skill in preparing/maintaining records, writing reports and responding to correspondence. Ability to respond appropriately to instructions. ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS: Moves among many outpatient and inpatient settings. Exposure to communicable diseases, sharp instruments, bodily fluids and cleaning chemicals. PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS: Must be able to walk to various settings and to bend and reach. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and help with patient transport and transfer. Occasional stress in dealing with priorities.

Responsibilities

The Phlebotomist prepares equipment for blood collection, performs venipuncture and other punctures, and assists donors throughout the donation process. They also maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the work area and manage inventory supplies.