Fairfield Medical Center·Lancaster, Ohio
The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting and processing patient specimens via venous and capillary methods. Additional duties include performing EKGs, drug collections, and providing clerical support for outpatient locations.
The Phlebotomist collects and processes patient specimens. Performs venous and capillary collections as ordered on patients regardless of the patient age utilizing proper identification techniques according to FMC policy. Provides staff support for outpatient collection locations as needed. Performs order entry and specimen processing to ensure sample integrity and proper patient identification. Performs EKGs, culture collections, BATs and Chain-of-Custody Drug Collections as needed. Performs specimen collection for Nursing home and Health Screenings for FMC sponsored community events as needed. Maintains proper competency and education as required for the position. Performs customer service, clerical tasks and other duties as assigned. QualificationsJob Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a certification eligible phlebotomy program or employer sponsored training program National Phlebotomy Certification preferred National phlebotomy certification preferred. Previous experience in phlebotomy preferred. Exerting up to 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10-25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible up to 10 pounds amount of force often
A high school diploma and completion of a phlebotomy program or employer training are required. National Phlebotomy Certification and previous experience are preferred.
Market context
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