TridentCare
Mobile Phlebotomist -Albuquerque Area!
TridentCare, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Pay Rate: $18.00-$20.00 Based on exoerience
ROLE The Mobile Phlebotomist, under the general supervision of the Phlebotomy Supervisor, works to provide clinical pre‑analytical laboratory services to our clients/patients in a mobile setting. They are responsible for completing their assigned routes in a safe and timely manner and must follow all policies and procedures.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Drive vehicle to client facilities, typically nursing homes, as directed by the company dispatcher or assigned supervisor or coordinator.
Unload the phlebotomy tray and take it to the patient’s bedside to collect samples ordered by the physician.
Accurately identify the patient before collecting specimen(s).
Accurately collect, label, process, and deliver specimens obtained from patients.
Reload equipment and all necessary specimens to the vehicle for prompt delivery.
Regularly communicate with dispatcher to report status and location.
Create all required records per instructions.
Follow all specimen preservation, patient preparation and specimen‑management processes and procedures as written without personal deviation.
Use only approved current documents.
Strictly adhere to Universal Precautions in controlling blood‑borne pathogens and infectious disease exposures.
Maintain required certifications, health requirements, and operational requirements.
Keep work area clean.
Follow all required safety precautions at all times.
Report any unsafe conditions, complaints, or problems encountered.
Monitor supplies inventory and report low‑stock or out‑of‑stock situations.
Identify and segregate any expired supplies.
Report to work promptly, properly groomed, and wear the proper identification at all times when visiting a facility.
Accurately maintain time records of hours worked and deliver them to the company as directed.
Manage the assigned shift to include meal breaks.
Make changes to records only per approved instructions as needed.
Be available on‐call evenings and weekends; support irregular unscheduled overtime as needed based on the company workload or absenteeism.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Excellent communication and interaction skills specific to the populations served, including the pediatric and geriatric communities.
Treat customers and patients with respect, dignity, and discretion; acknowledge residents’ rights and patients’ right to refuse.
Demonstrate regular attendance.
Maintain a current, valid state phlebotomy license (if required).
Maintain a current, valid state driver’s license; have car insurance, a good driving record, and access to a vehicle in good working condition suitable to meet daily driving requirements.
Proficient in venipuncture and skin puncture using both vacutainer and syringe techniques.
Knowledge of laboratory operations.
Maintain sterile, sanitary conditions to prevent contamination.
Driver’s license.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, handle or feel, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may lift and or move up to 35 pounds on occasion. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Associate may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The standard medical laboratory environment is one in which potential health hazards do exist. Administrative, technical and professional staff is expected to safely operate in accordance with applicable and appropriate health and safety policies and procedures, as prescribed by the Environmental Health and Safety Manual. This includes consistent and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. Associates work in all weather and driving conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS
Technical/Other Training (Preferred)
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group.
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity.
Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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ROLE The Mobile Phlebotomist, under the general supervision of the Phlebotomy Supervisor, works to provide clinical pre‑analytical laboratory services to our clients/patients in a mobile setting. They are responsible for completing their assigned routes in a safe and timely manner and must follow all policies and procedures.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Drive vehicle to client facilities, typically nursing homes, as directed by the company dispatcher or assigned supervisor or coordinator.
Unload the phlebotomy tray and take it to the patient’s bedside to collect samples ordered by the physician.
Accurately identify the patient before collecting specimen(s).
Accurately collect, label, process, and deliver specimens obtained from patients.
Reload equipment and all necessary specimens to the vehicle for prompt delivery.
Regularly communicate with dispatcher to report status and location.
Create all required records per instructions.
Follow all specimen preservation, patient preparation and specimen‑management processes and procedures as written without personal deviation.
Use only approved current documents.
Strictly adhere to Universal Precautions in controlling blood‑borne pathogens and infectious disease exposures.
Maintain required certifications, health requirements, and operational requirements.
Keep work area clean.
Follow all required safety precautions at all times.
Report any unsafe conditions, complaints, or problems encountered.
Monitor supplies inventory and report low‑stock or out‑of‑stock situations.
Identify and segregate any expired supplies.
Report to work promptly, properly groomed, and wear the proper identification at all times when visiting a facility.
Accurately maintain time records of hours worked and deliver them to the company as directed.
Manage the assigned shift to include meal breaks.
Make changes to records only per approved instructions as needed.
Be available on‐call evenings and weekends; support irregular unscheduled overtime as needed based on the company workload or absenteeism.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Excellent communication and interaction skills specific to the populations served, including the pediatric and geriatric communities.
Treat customers and patients with respect, dignity, and discretion; acknowledge residents’ rights and patients’ right to refuse.
Demonstrate regular attendance.
Maintain a current, valid state phlebotomy license (if required).
Maintain a current, valid state driver’s license; have car insurance, a good driving record, and access to a vehicle in good working condition suitable to meet daily driving requirements.
Proficient in venipuncture and skin puncture using both vacutainer and syringe techniques.
Knowledge of laboratory operations.
Maintain sterile, sanitary conditions to prevent contamination.
Driver’s license.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, handle or feel, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may lift and or move up to 35 pounds on occasion. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Associate may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The standard medical laboratory environment is one in which potential health hazards do exist. Administrative, technical and professional staff is expected to safely operate in accordance with applicable and appropriate health and safety policies and procedures, as prescribed by the Environmental Health and Safety Manual. This includes consistent and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. Associates work in all weather and driving conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS
Technical/Other Training (Preferred)
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group.
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity.
Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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