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Washington County Hospital and Clinics Phlebotomist in Washington, Iowa

Phlebotomist

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Job Location

Washington Co Hospital - Washington, IA

Position Type

Per Diem

Job Shift

Various

Job Category

Health Care

Description

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for collecting accurate blood specimens from inpatients and outpatients in a timely manner.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

  • Collect blood specimens from in-patients and outpatients, remote locations, via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders and applicable regulations, policies and procedures to ensure complete and accurate specimens for testing.

  • Explain collection procedures and provides general testing information as needed to facilitate patient understanding and reduce patient anxiety.

  • Respond to calls from Emergency Room, Nursing units, and Same Day Surgery for specimen collection as needed; procures Medical-surgical patient collections per schedule.

  • Identify all patients according to laboratory policies. Label collection tubes and specimens with computer generated labels.

  • Maintains inventory of department supplies as needed to ensure uninterrupted specimen collection.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

  • High School Diploma/GED required

  • Valid Drivers license

  • Phlebotomy certification or prior Phlebotomist experience preferred.

    SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with prevalent professional demeanor

  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation

  • Ability to work independently

  • Well-developed interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work in fast paced, rapidly changing, and regulated environment

  • Analytical skills to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner

  • Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new approaches

  • Maintain professional technical knowledge

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