Responsible for efficiently collecting and documenting patient samples. This position also is responsible for representing the laboratory in a professional manner while adhering to strict HIPAA guidelines

Essential Job Functions

Arrange daily activities based on urgency of requests for fluid samples.

Identify patients and their personal information using their ID, documents or other means.

Determine the right venipuncture method based on patient age, health etc.

Reassure patients and help them relax.

Find veins that are suitable for puncture.

Draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.

Ensure optimal quality and quantity of samples.

Verifies patient identity/billing information and testing diagnostics codes prior to creating orders/collecting specimen.

Records patient data accurately on the requisition forms/electronic lab orders.

Accurately labels patient specimen and efficiently packs the specimen for transport, shipping or courier service.

Informs courier service and lab of samples that need to be picked up immediately or drop off all specimen samples to the laboratory physical location.

Maintains cleanliness and organization of collection area, self and supplies.

Ensures a minimum of 50 (fifty) collection kits on hand, per customer site, for all specimen collection types. o Notifies support team/management when additional supplies are needed.

Communicates with direct management regarding staffing/customer related concerns.

Maintains patient confidentiality in dealing with patient information following strict HIPAA guidelines.

Maintains professionalism while interacting with clinic staff, patients and physicians.

Certified and/or professionally trained and experienced phlebotomist.

Completed phlebotomy training course(s) and can provide documentation of completed training.

High School Diploma minimum / Associates

At least one year phlebotomy/specimen collections experience, with references to experience

Knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook

Familiarity with laboratory procedures, HIPAA guidelines

The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced office environment

• Must have Valid Driver License
• Coivd-19 Vaccination Status