Phlebotomist 1

At AC Wellness, our entire focus is to deliver compassionate, effective healthcare to the Apple employee population. We believe that trusting, accessible relationships with our patients, enabled by technology, promotes high quality care and a great patient experience. This is fostered by an environment of continuous learning and teamwork, which in turn allows us to work with our patients to achieve exceptional health outcomes.

Under the supervision of the Practice Manager, the phlebotomist is responsible for phlebotomy, obtaining, receiving and specimen processing and report distribution. Completes assignments with accuracy and in a timely manner without comprising the quality of the patient sample. Exercises good judgment in recognizing and correcting irregularities and/or unusual requests. Performs tasks for equipment maintenance. Performs other miscellaneous duties or special projects as assigned. Complies with all aspects of the job according to written procedure.

The schedule for this role would be Monday - Friday 7:30am-4pm.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform blood draws competently and expediently with as little patient discomfort as possible: skin puncture and venipuncture.

• Clearly and courteously explains the process of venipuncture and other specimen collections, as required.

• Performs expert specimen preparation.

• Records phlebotomy requisitions.

• Identify the patient by comparing patient’s self report of name, last name and date of birth, to the information on the lab requisition order.

• Fully understand and verifies all provider orders.

• Label and record all test tubes, log procedures and file paperwork.

• Maintains knowledge of and consistently adheres to test requirements, including color top tube to use, processing requirements and volume of sample needed.

• Completes assigned duties efficiently and in a timely manner.

• Performs tasks for equipment maintenance and decontamination.

• Prioritize STAT, scheduled and outpatient orders.

• Package specimens for transport.

• Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.

• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.

• Seek guidance and direction when necessary.

• Maintains the strictest confidentiality.

• Maintains professionalism.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Phlebotomy certification (CPT I) from an agency approved by the California Department of Public Health, preferred.

• Completion of an approved phlebotomy training course (or equivalent).

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a patient service technician/phlebotomist.

• Proven organizational skills, great interpersonal skills, and ability to work as a key team member.

• Ability to put patients at ease with minimal discomfort.

• Proficient computer skills and familiarity with Apple products (iMac, iPad, iPhone).

• Ability to quickly learn new procedures and processes.

• Compliance with AC Wellness Occupational Health Policy, including required immunizations.