Phlebotomist
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Overview Job SummaryJob SummaryThe Phlebotomist draws blood samples to be used for diagnostic testing and transports samples to the appropriate laboratory. Provides updates to the patient areas on results of the tests. Performs appropriate CLIA waived routine tests or procedures in a clinical laboratory. Required Population ServedJob ResponsibilitiesJob Responsibilities Gathers specimens, samples, or supplies and makes basic preparations in a clinical lab environment. Uses various venipuncture methods to collect patient blood samples and transports samples to the lab. Evaluates positive patient identification reducing pre-analytical error and/or adverse patient outcome. Tracks progress on samples and work orders and provides updates on results to patient areas. Cleans and performs routine maintenance on work areas and equipment and documents equipment performance accurately. SpecificationsExperienceDescription Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Hospital Phlebotomy experience. EducationDescription Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties. TrainingDescription Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Training as acquired in an approved phlebotomy training program Special SkillsDescription Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Basic computer literacy skills. LicensureDescription Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Reporting RelationshipsDoes this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager. Reporting RelationshipsYes No Work EnvironmentFunctional DemandsLabel Short Description Full Description Sedentary Very light energy level Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart Light Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher) Medium High energy level Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient) Heavy Very high energy level Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer. Functional Demands RatingSedentary Light Medium Heavy Activity Level Throughout WorkdayPhysical Activity Requirements - SittingOccasional Physical Activity Requirements - StandingFrequent Physical Activity Requirements - WalkingContinuous Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)Occasional Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objectsFrequent Physical Activity Requirements - Push/PullFrequent Physical Activity Requirements - TwistingFrequent Physical Activity Requirements - BendingFrequent Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching ForwardContinuous Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching OverheadOccasional Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/CrawlOccasional Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviationContinuous Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activitiesContinuous Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motionContinuous Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smellOccasional Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hearContinuous Sensory RequirementsColor Discrimination Near Vision Far Vision Depth Perception Hearing Yes Accurate Accurate Minimal Minimal Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne PathogensAnticipated Environmental Requirements - ChemicalAnticipated Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable DiseasesAnticipated Environmental Requirements - Extreme TemperaturesNot Anticipated Environmental Requirements - RadiationNot Anticipated Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or ElevationsNot Anticipated Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise LevelsNot Anticipated Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular MatterNot Anticipated Environmental Requirements - Other