This is a temporary job offer with the possibility of permanent

Position: Phlebotomist 5516

Location: Elizabeth City, NC

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm; Friday 8am- 12pm

Expected duration: 3 months + possibility of permanence

Job code: CVDJP00035516

Healthcare benefits are accessible

minimum 2 years of previous experience necessary

The primary responsibility of a phlebotomist is to support in carrying out various assigned tasks, addressing issues, providing training, and proposing improvements in work flow.

Position Responsibilities: Previous experience in blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc. Collects and stores specimens following established procedures. Clearly and courteously explains the venipuncture process (blood drawing) and/or other specimen collection procedures (e.g. urine or fecal) as required. Demonstrates techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles. Fully understands all physicians' orders. Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. Labels, centrifuges, splits, and freezes specimens as per test order requirements. Checks all test requisitions or computer labels against script for accuracy. Packages specimens for transportation. Stores specimen samples at required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection containers/tubes, labels accurately, and follows prescribed procedures for transport to maintain specimen integrity. Understands and adheres to OSHA and DEP regulations. Participates in annual department trainings. Answers telephone calls, provides laboratory results to address inquiries.

Minimum Qualifications: Must have a valid Phlebotomy certification for the state of employment where required. Minimum of 6 months' experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

High School Diploma or GED

minimum 2 years of experience