Phlebotomist

Job Title: Phlebotomist

Department: Emergency Services
Location: Rochester General Hospital 1425 Portland Ave. Rochester, NY 14621
Hours Per Week: 40
Schedule: Variable day/evening shifts from 10a - 10p with weekend rotation

SUMMARY

As a phlebotomist, you ensure safe and effective blood collection for accurate analysis. You serve as a laboratory liaison between patients, nursing personnel and house staff. You demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate individual patient care.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care. Provide patient with all necessary information about the procedure; ensure patient is comfortable and safe
• Blood Collection & Documentation. Collect blood specimens via venipuncture and skin puncture; ensure complete and accurate specimens for testing; prepare specimens for processing and complete any associated paperwork
• Transportation. Obtain the required specimens/labels and transport to specified area

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• PBT (ASCP) certification preferred
• Compassionate, warm and patient focused
• Exceptional communication skills and professional behavior
• Detail-oriented

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

PAY RANGE:

$20.15 - $20.15