Phlebotomist I at Yale New Haven Health in Westerly, Rhode Island

Job Description:

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Obtains blood samples, as required from Hospital inpatients and outpatients. Performs a number of clerical duties as assigned.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1.Phlebotomy
  


• 1.1Uses proper patient identification and specimen labeling procedures according to Laboratory policy
  


• 2.Accessioning and receiving Specimens
  


• 2.1Accurately and timely receives specimens into the laboratory
  


• 3.Customer Service
  


• 3.1Uses AIDET principles when performing phlebotomy
  


• 4.People
  


• 4.1Interacts professionally with all members of the hospital staff
  


• 5.Problem solving
  


• 5.1Reviews patient vouchers for accuracy and corrects them as indicated
  


• 6.Investigates and documents problems with unacceptable specimens
  


• 6.1Accurately orders tests in the hospital and laboratory computer systems
  


• 7.Regulation Compliance
  


• 7.1Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions and safety
  


• 8.Other duties
  


• 8.1Accurately prepares all specimens sent to reference laboratories
  

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Equivalent of four years of high school education

EXPERIENCE

Prior training or experience in phlebotomy

LICENSURE

Certified or certified eligible with National Phlebotomy Association preferred.
Must have a current driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

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