Mobile Phlebotomist

• →Drives personal vehicle to client facilities, typically nursing homes, as directed by company dispatcher.
• →Unloads phlebotomy tray and takes to patient’s bedside to collect samples ordered by physician.
• →Accurately identifies patient before collecting specimen(s).
• →Accurately collects, labels, processes, and delivers specimens obtained from patients.
• →Reloads equipment and all necessary specimens to vehicle for prompt delivery.
• →Regularly communicates with dispatcher to report status and location.
• →Strict adherence to Universal Precautions in controlling blood-borne pathogens and infectious disease exposures.

Maintain required certifications, health requirements, and operational requirements.

• Practices excellent communication and interaction skills specific to the population served, including the pediatric and geriatric communities.
• Treats customers and patients with respect, dignity, and discretion; acknowledging  residents’ rights and patients’ right to refuse
• Must have a current, valid State phlebotomy license
• Must have a current, valid State Driver’s license; car insurance; good driving record; a possess a vehicle in good working condition suitable to meet daily driving requirements
• Proficient in venipuncture and skin puncture using both vacutainer and  syringe techniques
• Knowledge of laboratory operations
• Maintains sterile, sanitary conditions to prevent contamination

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