Phlebotomist

Rochester Regional Health; Rochester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Phlebotomist responsible for ensuring safe and effective blood collection. The role involves providing patient information, collecting specimens via venipuncture, and transporting samples to designated areas. Preferred candidates will have PBT (ASCP) certification and one year of experience in Phlebotomy, alongside exceptional communication skills. This position offers a pay rate of $20.15 per hour.

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication skills and professional behavior preferred.
• 1 year of Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• PBT (ASCP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient with all necessary information about the procedure.
• Collect blood specimens via venipuncture and skin puncture.
• Obtain required specimens/labels and transport to specified area.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

PBT (ASCP) certification

Job description

Job Title: Phlebotomist

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SUMMARY

As a Phlebotomist, you ensure safe and effective blood collection for accurate analysis. You serve as a laboratory liaison between patients, nursing personnel and house staff. You demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate individual patient care.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care - Provide patient with all necessary information about the procedure; ensure patient is comfortable and safe.

• Blood Collection & Documentation - Collect blood specimens via venipuncture and skin puncture; ensure complete and accurate specimens for testing; prepare specimens for processing and complete any associated paperwork.

• Transportation - Obtain the required specimens/labels and transport to specified area.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• None.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• PBT (ASCP) certification preferred.

• One year of Phlebotomy experience preferred.

• Exceptional communication skills and professional behavior preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

PAY RANGE

$20.15 - $20.15