Phlebotomist Job at RemX in Hampton

Shift: Mon - Fri (8:30am - 5pm)

Job Description -

Summary: The main function of a Phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, trouble shooting, training and making work flow recommendations. Position Responsibilities: ¥ Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc. ¥ Collects and stores 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 ¥ 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. ¥ Package specimens for transport ¥ 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. ¥ Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations. ¥ Attend annual department trainings ¥ Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries. Minimum Qualifications: ¥ Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states ¥ Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting ¥ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite ¥ High School Diploma or GED