Phlebotomist - Detroit, United States - Advantage Health Centers

Description

Under supervision of Nurse Care Manager, and according to established procedures, performs a variety of laboratory support procedures including specimen collection, phlebotomy, injections, processing and transport of laboratory specimens and materials.

• Arrange daily activities based on urgency of requests for fluid samples
• Identify patients and their personal information using their ID, documents or other means
• Determine the right venipuncture method based on patient age, health etc.
• Reassure patients and help them relax
• Find veins that are suitable for puncture
• Draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment
• Ensure optimal quality and quantity of samples
• Label samples correctly and send or deliver them for testing
• May give injections as necessary
• Answer patient questions and provide useful information
• Keep accurate records on fluid specimens and tests
• Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards while working
• Help with blood transfusions when needed

• Proven experience as a Phlebotomist or Phlebotomy Technician
• Experience with effective puncture techniques
• Understanding of proper patient identification methods
• Knowledge of legal requirements about drawing blood, handling fluid samples and use of relevant medical equipment and material
• Ability to use computers to enter information
• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to connect with various types of patients (such as children, elderly, pregnant women) and make them feel comfortable
• Patience and presence of mind

• Diploma in Phlebotomy or extensive onthejob training
• Certification is a plus
• Current BLS Certificate or obtain within 30 days of employment (company will assist with obtaining certification).

• 2 years of previous experience with blood draws
• 1 year previous experience giving injections is preferred