Summary



Under close supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, assist with preparation of specimens and processing (e.g. centrifugation) of routine tests including urinalysis, hematology, and in some instances clinical chemistry.

Key Responsibilities



• Blood specimens are collected by venipuncture on geriatric and adult patients/residents.


• Outstanding Phlebotomy draws are checked regularly and completed to meet expected time frames.


• Technical duties are completed per guidelines, including cleaning equipment, maintaining inventory, and assisting with faxes and reports as needed.


• Assists in Clerical/Administrative duties e.g. answering calls, making reports, etc. to meet unit needs.


• Patient test specimens (LIS) are received and barcode labels are generated and specimens are labeled per department standards.


• Additional department, organization, or network activities are completed per established objectives.


• PCC Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are upheld.



Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience




Education/Degree



• Phlebotomy course training in a State approved institution required or minimum 2 years prior phlebotomy exp.



Experience



Required


• Clinical Internship or on the job training in a clinical or hospital laboratory required.


Preferred


• One to two years phlebotomy experience preferred.



Licensure



Required:


Preferred



Skills (Specific learned activity gained through training (e.g. computer skills, keyboarding, presentation, CPR, ACLS, etc.)


Required


• Computer proficiency required. Microsoft office applications preferred with ability to learn new software.


• Knowledge of LIS, computer, keyboard, MS Windows required.


Preferred


• Certification in Phlebotomy is preferred.


• Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse population.


• Work independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team.


• Anticipates challenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them.


• High level of service delivery. Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations.


• Attention to detail.



EEO Statement

Spaulding Rehabilitation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.