Phlebotomist (FT, Nights - 11pm-7:30am) - Center City at Jefferson Health in Philadelphia, PA

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 Job Details The Phlebotomist is responsible for obtaining patients' blood specimens through venipuncture, fingerstick or heelstick as appropriate for the performance of requested tests. The Phlebotomist uses appropriate equipment and complies with phlebotomy policies and procedures, including proper techniques, patient identification, biohazard precautions, and timing and fasting requirements. Job Description *Shift hours are strictly 11pm-7:30am. Candidate must be available for this shift. This position has an every other weekend rotation also on 11pm-7:30am. This position also has a two summer and two winter holiday rotation.* Summary The Phlebotomist is responsible for obtaining patients' blood specimens through venipuncture, fingerstick or heelstick as appropriate for the performance of requested tests. The Phlebotomist uses appropriate equipment and complies with phlebotomy policies and procedures, including proper techniques, patient identification, biohazard precautions, and timing and fasting requirements. Job Duties Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.(Do not delete, move or over-write this statement) Performs phlebotomy and ensures accurate collection of requested tests from patient through venipuncture, fingerstick or heelstick. Maintains positive patient identification during specimen collection. Communicates to nursing personnel or physician office relative or discrepant patient identification, fasting requirements or other related factors regarding collection. Communicates to Nursing when in house patients refuse blood draws. Will use Hospital resources when language barriers exist. Reviews all requisitions for missing information. Follows up with facility or provider if unable to obtain all information required for test performance. Checks appropriate collection, sorting and storage areas in the facilities for specimens to ensure specimens are not missed, and may transport/distribute these specimens to the laboratory as needed. Monitors information in Collection List and Unreceived Specimen Report. Completes Collection List with accurate time of collection and phlebotomist code. Cleans and stocks work area and assists with maintenance of supplies. Follows all safety and Laboratory Dress code policies Performs other lab related duties as assigned by supervisory personnel. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma/GED or equivalent Additional Qualifications Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. Work Shift Workday Night (United States of America) Worker Sub Type Regular Employee Entity Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc. Primary Location Address 117 S 11th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel