US-NJ-Newark
ID - 2023-146146
Category - Clinical Professional
Position Type - Temporary
Shift - Evenings
Job Type - Non-Exempt
Responsibilities
The Phlebotomy Technician I primarily perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for the purpose of obtaining a blood specimen for analysis in the clinical laboratory and is under the supervision of Laboratory Director / Manager / Supervisor.
Performs computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties.
Possesses adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory.
Demonstrates good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner.
Demonstrates proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients
Processes microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens
Processes specimens for referral to reference laboratories
Stocks and orders routine supplies
Maintains the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas
Processes or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures
May be assist to Pick up samples at hospital/ OR, assist lab specialty in sorting out samples for analysis and put away samples, assist pathology, inventory, replenish supplies, order supplies, mail pick up/ delivery, faxing, answering phone, product deliveries, etc..
Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.
Qualifications
Education and Work Experience
High School Diploma, or equivalent, required
Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
Minimum 1 year clinical laboratory experience preferred
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