Phlebotomist | Lab Phlebotomy - Twelve Hour Shifts, Day 4a-4:30p

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Phlebotomist | Lab Phlebotomy - Twelve Hour Shifts, Day 4a-4:30p

Quick overview

The Phlebotomist will draw blood samples from diverse patient populations following aseptic techniques, and will also be responsible for collecting throat and nasal cultures. Duties extend to assisting with phone inquiries, capillary blood collection, specimen processing, and handling chain of custody urine collections.

Requirements summary

A minimum requirement is a high school diploma or GED, along with knowledge of laboratory tests and required specimens. Candidates must pass the National Certification for Phlebotomists Test within two years and maintain CPR certification.

high schoolCPR CertificationPhlebotomyOSHA RegulationsPatient ConfidentialitySpecimen ProcessingAseptic TechniquesPatient IdentificationBlood CollectionChain of CustodyUrine Drug ScreensThroat CulturesNasal Cultures

Job description

Phlebotomist lab

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.

When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital.
Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors.
You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion.
Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.

Position Responsibilities

Draws patient blood samples from neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations following established aseptic techniques, either within the department or in other patient care areas as necessary including home draws and nursing home patients.
Collects throat and nasal cultures
Assists in answering the telephone inquiries
Participates in capillary blood collection, billing/registration of non-patient specimens as well as patients coming to outpatient to be drawn and/or dropping off specimens, specimen processing and other appropriate assignments.
Collects chain of custody "post-accident" urines for Company Care clients and handles random employee urine drug screens for LMH.
Maintains supplies in outpatient and blood draw baskets checking expiration date and documenting in logbook.
Maintains positive patient/specimen identification and patient confidentiality.
Documents instructions to patients for collection of specimen in logbook.