Phlebotomist

Summary

Obtaining blood specimens (where applicable to a specific position) from patients for laboratory analysis, observing protocols and methods established by the Department of Laboratories, including the accessioning routine for proper identification and processing of such specimens. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following :

1. Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.

2. Demonstrate knowledge of department and hospital policies and procedures and there execution

3. Attend staff meetings and in-services

4. Complete competency requirements

5. Demonstrate ability to maintain a safe environment and use universal precaution

6. Ability to obtain blood or other specimens using varied technique on all age groups

7. Proficient in the use of the laboratory information system and hospital information system (where applicable)

8. Maintain supplies in a neat and orderly manner

9. Maintain a professional appearance and attitude

10. Make appropriate decisions independently

11. Prioritize workload

12. Inform management of problems

13. Maintain confidentiality of patient data

14. Cross training in ATC, MLW, Phlebotomy / Accessioning, Blood Donors (Where Applicable)

15. Provides information to pre-operative patients

16. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements Education :

• High School graduate or GED.
• Basic computer skills.
• In-service training on LIS and HIS computer systems Licensure :
• Phlebotomy Certification preferred when applicable to a specific position. Experience :
• Previous phlebotomy experience when applicable.
• Previous experience in a healthcare environment

Core Competencies

Flexibility

Organized

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Stress Tolerance

Physical / Mental Demands / Requirements & Work Environment

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Primary Population Served

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☒All populations

The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital.

The salary range and / or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and / or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).