Posted
30+ days ago
Location
Seattle, WA
We are looking for a Mobile Phlebotomist (40 hours per week) in our Seattle, WA location.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm Flexible
Position Summary:
The Mobile Phlebotomist aims to serve patients by preparing specimens for laboratories testing and performing screening standards. The Phlebotomist shall draw quality blood samples and/or collect other specimens while creating an atmosphere of trust and confidence in the patient's home.
Position Responsibilities:
Duties may include but are not necessarily limited to the following:
* Using superior customer service, greet customers appropriately, show proper identification and only when told enter home with all proper PPE.
* Successful completing blood draws, collecting specimens, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, and updating patient information.
* Set up area for collection. Collects specimens according to established procedures. Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required. Reduces patient anxiety by providing a calm environment for patients before, during and after the collection process.
* Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
* Fully understand all of the physicians' orders.
* Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
* Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct.
* Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.
* Transports specimen to proper drop off location.
* Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
* Attend annual department trainings
Education:
* High School Diploma or GED
* Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required (CA & LA require license, FL requires certification
Minimum Qualifications:
* Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting
* Superior customer service skills, clear and audible voice, ability to show empathy and proper level of concern and care
* Using superior customer service, greet customers appropriately, show proper identification and only when told enter home with all proper PPE.
* Reliable transportation with at least 4 years of licensed driving experience and possess a valid driver's license issued in the state of residence.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
* Must be flexible with work schedule
Preferred Qualifications:
* Excellent patient interaction skills both in person and by phone
* Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently
Other Information:
* Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) drug screen and MVR.
BioReference Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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