Scottsdale
Job Description Objective Phlebotomists are responsible for the drawing, collecting, and handling of all laboratory specimens. Phlebotomists perform a collection of specimens for the following age groups: Newborns, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, Senior Adult and Geriatric. The phlebotomist is an OSHA Category I employee, performing tasks which involve exposure to blood and bodily fluids. Essential Functions • Work flexible hours, • Interact courteously and tactfully with the customer and actively seek his/her opinion, • Demonstrate good communication skills in instructing patients on special collections, • Follow HIPAA guidelines for confidentiality, • Complete assignments in a timely manner, • Maintain a professional attitude and personal appearance, • Follow all Universal Precautions guidelines, • Utilize all safety equipment (gloves, masks, etc.), • Be familiar with Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Communications, and Laboratory Safety Manuals, • Review the Phlebotomy Manual annually, • Follow the procedure for specimen collection: Venipuncture, Capillary sticks (utilize heel-warmers), Urinalysis, Throat Cultures & Strep, Glucose Tolerances, and First Aid, • Know how to handle patients with adverse reactions to venipuncture, • Computer proficiency for data entry and data accuracy (Life Points), • Register patients and act as the receptionist, • Use two identifiers before collecting patient specimens, • Assure safety through appropriate specimen labeling, • Notify physicians of critical lab results, • Clean and organize the phlebotomy area, • Stock inventory upon delivery and break down boxes, • Perform additional duties as requested by supervisor Requirements • A high school diploma or equivalent is required, • Bi-Lingual (preferred), • 1-year experience required, • Completion of a Phlebotomy or Medical Office Assistant course preferred, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer service-oriented position, • Physical abilities required include: Repetitive motion, standing, walking, lifting, visual acuity, speaking, writing, reading, kneeling, reaching, turning and bending.