Phlebotomist

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school graduate or equivalentTraining appropriate for the tests being administeredRESPONSIBILITES:Performs venipuncture on adults and pediatricsPerforms capillary (finger, toe, heal) blood collection on adults and pediatricsProcesses specimens according to test specificationsRecords workload and test results according to established lab protocolsProcesses pap smear results and keeps the tickler file for follow-upPerforms waived and approved testing using appropriate equipment and materialsPerforms and appropriately documents quality control procedures, instrument checks and maintenance reportsConsults with supervisor when controls are out of range, test results are abnormal, or when difficulties are encountered in testing procedureMaintains good working relationships with other employees and observes patient confidentialityProtects the confidentiality of patients and their records at all times by complying with the COFMC policies regarding patient confidentialityPerforms all other duties as assignedORGANIZATION:Exhibits enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and professionalism in the workplaceHandles personal conflict and works through it at the lowest possible level (first with party/parties involved, then if necessary, with 3rd party mediation) Displays a friendly manner and is easy to approachMaintains a neat, clean, well-groomed, appearance and dresses in accordance with the dress code policyLeaves personal problems out of the workplaceTreats all co-workers with dignity and respectAbstains from gossip in the workplaceArrives on time and works through designated hoursCompletes tasks effectively, accurately and on timeDemonstrates little or no absenteeism/follows leave guidelinesFollows designated line of supportDisplays a willingness and flexibility to respond to unusual job-related demandsManages time wellRecognizes and assists others in the work of the department, even though the work may be outside of regular dutiesShares equally in the workload of the departmentWorks cooperatively with all team members and departmentsWorks independently requesting assistance from supervisor only as neededAbstains from criticizing the Clinic (COFMC), colleagues and supervisorsDemonstrates loyalty to the Clinic (COFMC)COFMC, colleagues and supervisorsDemonstrates support of the mission and vision of the Clinic (COFMC) Accepts and participates in cross trainingTakes initiative to identify skill development needsPerforms other duties as assigned