Collects specimens - primarily blood specimens - on patients of all ages, but primarily pediatric patients, by venipuncture and capillary methods, paying close attention to patient safety, comfort and accuracy of information (e.g., specimen label), and acting courteously and professionally at all times. Attention must be paid to collecting specimens appropriate for the tests ordered by the clinician, as well as to appropriate blood amounts, especially, taking into consideration the patient's size, condition and the need to minimize discomfort to the patient and family.