About this role
Accurately registers patients with appropriate demographic information, determines orders needed, collects all required specimens to include, blood, urine, or swabs, prioritizes workflow with appropriate sense of urgency, performs EKGs, processes specimens for courier transport to the laboratory, communicates effectively with referring physicians, collaborates with team members and leadership, assists in training new team members, performs clerical and miscellaneous duties as needed.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE : Ability to read and comprehend written information required; ability to effectively perform a variety of job duties in a stressful, fast paced environment required; Phlebotomy skills required; data entry skills preferred.
Ability to work while standing or bending for the duration of the assigned shift.
Superior time management, planning, and organization skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Critical thinking skills to support quality decision-making.
Working knowledge of basic computer applications.
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or GED required; completion of formal phlebotomy training program required.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: At least one year of phlebotomy experience in a fast-paced environment preferred.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:
Phlebotomy certification preferred.