Phlebotomist PRN-Float

About This Role

This Phlebotomist PRN-Float position is responsible for collecting and processing specimens from patients across multiple sites while adhering to quality assurance and safety protocols. The role involves maintaining collection areas, equipment, and performing record-keeping duties to support patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and collect appropriate specimens from patients as ordered
• Assure pre-authorizations and complete appropriate consent (ABN) prior to collection of limited coverage tests
• Maintain proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, equipment records and checklists
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies and ensure all supplies are viable before using for patient collection
• Send specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house
• Process incoming orders for lab testing
• Process in-house and in-coming reports
• Update and file all daily paperwork, lab logs and maintenance logs
• Properly identify and band patients for blood product transfusion and process properly labeled specimens according to local blood bank policy
• Operate designated laboratory equipment effectively, skillfully, and efficiently
• Perform waived lab testing under CLIA guidelines for personnel, recording proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrator, and reagents
• Comply with regulatory agency standards and adhere to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures
• Properly dispose of hazardous materials
• Maintain a clean working environment and restock the phlebotomy and laboratory area as needed
• Maintain confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff

Requirements

• At least one year of phlebotomy experience OR licensure from an accredited school of phlebotomy
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current state licensure if applicable

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least one year of phlebotomy experience or licensure from an accredited school of phlebotomy.