Obtaining blood specimens (where applicable to a specific position) from patients for laboratory analysis, observing protocols and methods established by the Department of Laboratories, including the accessioning routine for proper identification and processing of such specimens.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Include the Following:

Understand and adhere to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies, and Behaviors.
Demonstrate knowledge of department and hospital policies and procedures, ensuring their proper execution.
Attend staff meetings and in-services.
Complete competency requirements.
Maintain a safe environment and use universal precautions.
Possess the ability to obtain blood or other specimens using various techniques on all age groups.
Be proficient in using the laboratory information system and hospital information system (where applicable).
Ensure supplies are kept in a neat and orderly manner.
Maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
Make appropriate decisions independently and prioritize workload effectively.
Inform management of any problems that arise.
Uphold patient data confidentiality.
Cross-train in ATC, MLW, Phlebotomy/Accessioning, and Blood Donors (where applicable).
Provide information to pre-operative patients.
Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements:

High School graduate or GED.
Basic computer skills.
In-service training on LIS and HIS computer systems Licensure:
Phlebotomy Certification is preferred when applicable to a specific position. Experience:
Previous phlebotomy experience when applicable.
Previous experience in a healthcare environment.

Core Competencies: