Mobile Phlebotomist

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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