We are looking for an on-call phlebotomist in the Portland, OR area, Monday through Friday from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Pay is DOE but starts at a minimum of $20 per hour when called in and $13.25 per hour while on-call. This position averages about 20 hours per week. The Certified Phlebotomist ensures the proper collection, labeling, storage, and mailing of blood and urine samples to the laboratory for testing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Verify urine and blood test requisitions.
• Follow laboratory procedures to correctly identify the patient before any specimen is obtained.
• Obtain blood specimens by performing venipunctures and fingersticks; collect urine specimens.
• Maintain specimen integrity by following department procedures; observe isolation procedures.
• Properly label and document specimens and prepare for shipment.
• Maintain daily tallies of collections performed; inform supervisor of low volume shifts, unusual problems, or deviations from standard procedure.
• Maintain quality results by following laboratory and clinical procedures and the testing schedule.
• Track and request laboratory and office supplies needed to fulfill duties.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations; follow Universal Precautions and OSHA standards when handling specimens.
• Strictly adhere to HIPAA regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Phlebotomy Certification (proof of certification required upon hire)
• Computer and technology proficient
• Ability to remain calm and positive in stressful and/or fast-paced environments
• Ability to adapt to changing environments
• Ability to communicate clearly and frequently
• Ability to work well on a team composed of unique individuals
• Ability to use judgment to solve problems
• Ability to be polite, courteous, and engaging with staff and patients

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK CONDITIONS

• Frequently required to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 20 pounds
• Frequently required to speak and hear
•  Frequently required to sit or stand for periods of time and bend, stretch, and stoop
•  Frequently required to use all types of vision, such as close vision and computer vision
• Frequently required to use hand dexterity for use of standard office and clinical equipment
• Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays, and/or extended hours as Company dictates
• Occasional exposure to various temperatures
• Frequent exposure to blood and bodily fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions

ABOUT THE COMPANY COC, Continuity of Care, is a leading provider of mobile phlebotomy and imaging services in the US. Operating in 9 states currently and expanding every month, COC is the largest non-lab owned mobile phlebotomy company on the West Coast. COC provides services to mental health centers, skilled nursing facilities, community care-based programs, local government outreach programs, workers compensation, dental offices, doctors' offices, and even in-home services. The company's relationships with local and national labs allow for our client/patient's samples to be processed quickly preventing any delays in care.