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Phlebotomist - I
Location: Lawrence, Massachusetts
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
Job Summary:
The Phlebotomist plays a crucial role in preparing specimens for laboratory testing and ensuring high-quality sample collection. This position requires a professional who can draw blood samples while maintaining a trustworthy and reassuring environment for patients. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail, ensuring a smooth process from specimen collection to laboratory submission.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge, and handle specimens with care, following all necessary protocols.
- Greet patients in a professional and courteous manner, ensuring a positive experience.
- Explain the venipuncture process clearly and with confidence, addressing any patient concerns.
- Help reduce patient anxiety by providing a calm and reassuring environment before, during, and after the collection process.
- Demonstrate proficiency in blood collection using straight and butterfly needles.
- Review and fully understand physicians' orders for specimen collection.
- Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes, ensuring proper labeling and processing of samples.
- Centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens according to test requirements.
- Verify the accuracy of all test requisitions and computer labels against the script.
- Package and store specimens for transport while maintaining integrity by ensuring the proper temperature and conditions.
- Demonstrate proficiency in processing all specimens and following required protocols.
- Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and guidelines.
- Attend annual department training sessions to stay up-to-date with procedures.
- Handle incoming telephone inquiries and assist with reading and understanding laboratory results.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Required Qualifications:
- A minimum of 1+ year of experience performing phlebotomy in a laboratory or healthcare setting.
- Knowledge of and experience with blood collection methods and specimen processing.
- Proficiency in patient interaction, ensuring clear communication and minimizing anxiety.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in labeling and specimen handling.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience working in a clinical or hospital setting.
- Familiarity with OSHA and DEP regulations.
Certifications:
- Phlebotomy Certification (if applicable per state regulations).
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