Phlebotomist

Job description

PURPOSE STATEMENT:
Draw blood that is used for different kinds of medical laboratory testing.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Draw blood from patients and blood donors.
• Verify patient/donor identity to ensure proper labeling of the blood sample.
• Label the drawn blood for testing and processing.
• Enter patient information into database.
• Assemble and maintain medical instruments such as needles, test tubes and blood vials.
• Keep work areas clean and sanitary.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
• High School diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree preferred.
• Previous experience in behavioral healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
• Professional certification preferred and required in some states.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances
(e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.