Ethical Search Professionals is hiring: Phlebotomist in Boston
Ethical Search Professionals, Boston, MA, United States, 02298
This is a contract job opportunity with potential for permanent placement. Location: Boston, MA (Tremont Street) Projected Duration: 3 months + potential for permanent position Job Code: CVDJP00030328 Benefits: Available This is a float position for the Medford, Boston, and Quincy areas. A clean driving record is required. Main Function: The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations. Position Responsibilities: Experience with blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data, and decontamination. Updating patient information. Collecting and storing specimens according to established procedures. Explaining the process of venipuncture and other specimen collection methods (e.g., urine or fecal) in a clear and courteous manner. Demonstrating techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles. Understanding all physicians' orders. Matching laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. Labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and freezing specimens as required by test orders. Checking all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts to ensure 100% accuracy. Packaging specimens for transport. Storing specimen samples according to required temperature and placing samples in appropriate collection containers/tubes. Accurately labeling specimens and following procedures outlined by specific protocols necessary for transport to maintain specimen integrity. Understanding and complying with OSHA and DEP regulations. Attending annual department trainings. Answering telephone calls and reading laboratory results to satisfy inquiries. Qualifications: 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 equivalent or Phlebotomy Certification. #J-18808-Ljbffr