About this role
Full Time Shift: Monday-Friday Available Shifts - 4:30 am-12:30pm / 5:00 am-1:00pm / 5:30 am -1:30pm every other weekend Pay Range: $17.40-$21.50 Based on experience- Mileage Reimbursement.
ROLE: The Mobile Phlebotomist, under the general supervision of the Area Phlebotomy Supervisor (APS) works to provide clinical pre-analytical laboratory services to our clients/patients in a mobile setting. He/she is responsible for completing their assigned routes in a safe and timely manner. He/she must follow all policies and procedures
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
Professional Experience/Educational Requirements
¨ High School diploma.
¨ Completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program, or adequate phlebotomy experience.
¨ Six months minimum experience in phlebotomy with emphasis in acute hospital, dialysis, pediatrics, or geriatrics.
¨ Demonstrates clean driving record within existing company policy.
¨ Demonstrates current proof of auto insurance coverage.
Certification/Licensure
¨ Valid driver's license.
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