Phlebotomist II

• Position: Phlebotomist II
• Location: Swedish Hospital
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 5am-1:30pm, rotating weekends and holidays

• →Proficiently performs accurate venipunctures and capillary specimen collection for all inpatients and outpatients for all age groups.
• →Operates and utilizes the LIS and other available resources including reference lab test menus to appropriately address the needs of the lab service areas and their clientele.

• →Prepares and assists in the processing of blood and body fluid samples per established testing requirements
• →Ensures that all customer requests for services are addressed in a timely and appropriate manner

• →Assists in the orientation and training of phlebotomy staff.  

·         Applies skills and experience to identify problems as they arise and notifies lead/supervisory personnel as needed.

·         Participates in and promotes adherence to the hospital and departmental Quality Management initiatives.

·         Enhances professional growth and development through active participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.

• →Understands the importance of professional appearance and behavior and conducts him/herself in a customer and team-oriented manner

·         Responsible for collection and or handling of body fluid or other samples including nasal and throat swabs, stool, urine, semen, and breath samples.

·         Provides phone coverage and excellent customer service for addressing questions and requests.

• →Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• →Certification: Phlebotomy certification preferred but not required and CPR-BLS certification for Healthcare Provider required from the AHA.
• →Experience:  Phlebotomy skills, 1 year of experience preferred.
• →Unique or Preferred Skills: Strong communication and organization skills, moderate computer skills needed, strong customer service skills