Phlebotomist I

Job Description Summary

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000745 CHS - Vain Team (Vascular Accecss & Insertion Nursing) (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-21

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The Phlebotomist II reports to the Laboratory Manager. Under general supervision, the Phlebotomist II plans and provides phlebotomy services for patients in accordance with established policies and procedures. This position functions as an experienced member of the phlebotomy team and provides instruction to students/new employees in accordance with the scope of a phlebotomist. The Phlebotomist II is responsible for preparing patients for blood collection, collecting blood from patients, ensuring accurate labeling, and delivering this blood to the laboratory for testing. The Phlebotomist II is responsible for all Phlebotomist I duties as well as some advanced testing techniques and younger pediatric blood collection. The Phlebotomist Tech II is expected to demonstrate knowledge, skills, and behaviors consistent with competent practice.

Additional Job Description

Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience: At least 6 months phlebotomy experience required. Credentials: Completed Accredited Phlebotomy Certificate Course. This is a Career Ladder Position. Internal candidates are required to submit and meet Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements. External candidates are required to complete Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements within 90 days in position.

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