Phlebotomy Technician
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POSITION PURPOSE
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Performs venipunctures, gives patients instructions to properly collect non-blood specimens and performs non-technical and clerical functions related to specimen collection. Performs point of care (POC) testing at the patient bedside.
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MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED
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High School or Equivalent (GED)
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MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
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LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED
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Ability to read, write, hear, speak, and comprehend the English language.
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PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
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Collection of blood specimens from various patient types using defined venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques. Status recording of the collection date and time in the Laboratory Information System.
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Instruction of patients in the collection of non-blood specimens.
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Performs point of care testing at the patient bedside.
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Clear communication with patients, physicians and fellow employees.
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Maintenance of the assigned work area, including disinfections and stocking supplies.
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