About this role
Shift: Friday, Saturday and Sunday (10:00am - 22:00pm)
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Drives vehicle to client facilities, typically nursing homes, as directed by company dispatcher. • Unloads phlebotomy supplies and takes to patient's bedside to collect samples ordered by physician. • Accurately identifies patient before collecting specimen(s). • Accurately collects, labels, processes, and delivers specimens obtained from patients. • Reloads equipment and all necessary specimens to vehicle for prompt delivery. • Regularly communicates with dispatcher to report status and location. • Strict adherence to Universal Precautions in controlling blood-borne pathogens and infectious disease exposures. Maintain required certifications, health requirements, and operational requirements.
REQUIRED SKILLS: • Practices excellent communication and interaction skills specific to the population served, including the pediatric and geriatric communities. • Treats customers and patients with respect, dignity, and discretion; acknowledging residents' rights and patients' right to refuse • Must have a current, valid State phlebotomy license, if applicable • Must have a current, valid State Driver's license; car insurance; good driving record; possess a vehicle in good working condition suitable to meet daily driving requirements • Proficient in venipuncture and skin puncture using both vacutainer and syringe techniques • Knowledge of laboratory operations • Maintains sterile, sanitary conditions to prevent contamination
Core Competencies/Skill Sets
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills.
• Interacts effectively with employees, managers and clients.
• Open to feedback from others
Professional Experience/Educational Requirements
• High School diploma or GED certificate.
• At least two years of driving experience.
• Acceptable driving record according to the standards set by the U.S. Laboratories policy.
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• Certification/Licensure
• Valid driver's license.
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