Benefits:

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Training and Development

Competitive Compensation

Job Summary

The Children's Clinic of Fredericksburg is seeking a Pediatric Phlebotomist to join our team. In this role, you will be under the general direction of the Operations Administrator and the Director of the Laboratory, to collect blood, tissue, and fluid samples from patients, and process accession requisitions into the Laboratory Computer System. This is a role that can make a significant impact on people’s lives, helping them identify underlying conditions and stay healthy.

Responsibilities

Prioritize requests for sample collection based on urgency

Collect patients’ personal information

Determine the correct venipuncture method for each patient

Provide patients with reassurance during the collection process

Use sterilized needles, vials, and other equipment to draw blood

Correctly label samples and send them for testing

Draws blood samples as requested by physician orders

Research test information, and confirm and verify all written and electronic orders by utilizing the lab directory of services

Organizes and processes requisition forms

Maintain supplies

Keeps Phlebotomy work area neat, clean, and well-stocked

Maintains a specimen log to ensure all results have been received by the physician in a timely fashion

Performs other rapid tests requested by the provider

Performs maintenance and record keeping

Performs quality controls and Proficiency testing.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required

Certified Phlebotomy Training Course completion and certificate preferred

Experience

Minimum 2 year of Pediatric Phlebotomy experience.

Licensure and/or Certification

Phlebotomy Certification preferred.

Skills

Familiarity with the legal requirements regarding blood draws and fluid samples

Knowledge of best practices in patient identification methods

Ability to work independently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Effective phlebotomy skills

Must be able to switch priorities and respond to the changing needs of the department.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Strong computer and data entry skills

Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate in English

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to reduce anxiety in patients and parents while performing patient care duties'