Float Phlebotomist II
Our client, a Clinical Laboratory company, is looking for a Float Phlebotomist II for their Cypress, TX location.
Responsibilities:
- The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, trouble shooting, training and making work flow recommendations.
- Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures.
- Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required. Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
- Fully understand all of the physicians' orders.
- Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
- Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
- Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct.
- Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.
- Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
- Attend annual department trainings.
- Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.
- Their drawing duties are drawing blood and processing.
Requirements:
- Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.
- Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- High School Diploma or GED 2-4 years of experience
- We are looking for 2 years of Phlebotomy experience.
- The age ranges vary, they can draw on ages from 21 years old to 90 years old.
- Internal/External Groups with which the Candidate will interface: Internal team members, external patients.
Required Skills:
- Phlebotomy
- Customer Service
- Flexibility
- Phlebotomy Skills
- Floater position
- Computer skills
Why Should You Apply?
- Health Benefits
- Referral Program
- Excellent growth and advancement opportunities