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Phlebotomist - I
Location: Norfolk, Virginia
Date Posted: 20 Dec, 2024
Job Summary:
The Phlebotomist provides expertise in blood draws and specimen preparation, playing a crucial role in delivering high-quality care to patients and partners. Their ability to put patients at ease and obtain sufficient samples with minimal discomfort across a diverse demographic is essential to our commitment to excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform blood draws, label specimens, and prepare specimens for analysis, including centrifugation.
- Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
- Clearly and courteously explain the venipuncture process and other specimen collection methods (e.g., urine or fecal).
- Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and butterfly needles effectively.
- Understand and follow all physician orders related to specimen collection.
- Match laboratory requisition forms with specimen tubes, ensuring accuracy in labeling and processing (centrifuging, splitting, freezing) as required by test orders.
- Verify the correctness of all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts to ensure 100% accuracy.
- Package specimens appropriately for transport.
- Store specimen samples according to required temperatures and protocols to maintain specimen integrity.
- Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations at all times.
- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintain a clean working environment.
- Attend annual department trainings to stay updated on best practices.
- Respond to telephone inquiries and read laboratory results as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Certification as a Phlebotomist Technician.
- Updated resume highlighting relevant experience and qualifications.
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