Phlebotomist

Summary:

Under supervision of the Manager Laboratory Outreach Services or guidance of the Lead Phlebotomist performs responsibilities associated with obtaining blood and various other patient specimens in accordance with department procedures. Obtains samples ordered by physicians for routine and specialized tests on assigned unit. Takes samples from pediatric and adult patients on outpatient units. Transports specimens and completes basic records. Fosters patient and family centered care and nursing services in accordance with the Lifespan and The Miriam Hospitals mission vision values with consideration of the life span including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Responsibilities:

Schedules venipunctures or capillary blood punctures according to priority and type of test such as timed studies. Utilizes computer-generated collection labels and references Pathology Handbook as necessary to ensure collection ...