Certified Phlebotomist

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Medical Unit Manager, the Phlebotomist takes blood samples from patients and adequately labels them with their information. They conduct a wide range of tests to identify underlying conditions to assist Providers with diagnosis and patient care. The Phlebotomist offers assistance to the providers for necessary patient care services within the scope of the clinic.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Greets all patients in a professional and friendly manner.
• Identifying patients via ID, medical record or other means
• Drawing blood using needles and other equipment
• Labeling samples correctly and send them for testing
• decipher the best method for drawing blood depending on the specific patient
• expect to work with a large number of patients varying in age and health status
• Completes necessary document accurately for all lab work.
• Completes & enters data into patient’s records and submits all forms in a timely manner.
• practice infection control standards at all times when working with patients and equipment
• Maintains medical unit supplies in laboratory and exam rooms.
• Attends and participates in meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certification in CPR
• Phlebotomy License Required
• Minimum one year of Phlebotomy experience
• Experience with effective puncture techniques
• Ability to work with people of diverse cultural, educational, social, and economic backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and a self-starter with minimal supervision
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Computer proficiency
• Experience utilizing an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system is highly desirable
• Bilingual required

T.H.E. Health and Wellness Centers is a nonprofit community clinic in South Los Angeles. For more than 50 years, we've provided high-quality, low cost healthcare and preventative education for all.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.