<p>Under general supervision of the Laboratory Operations Supervisor or Phlebotomy Coordinator and within established hospital and department policies and procedures, performs a variety of clerical/receptionist duties to receive, direct, and process patient specimens in the laboratory; performs age-appropriate phlebotomy procedures from patients in sub-acute, long term care health care facilities, & adult day care centers.</p> <p>Required Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience:</p> <ul> <li>Minimum of 1-3 years' experience as a phlebotomist in a hospital laboratory setting. </li><li>Excellent customer service and phlebotomy skills; ability to follow directions with minimal supervision. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience:</p> <ul> <li>Excellent command of oral and written English; positive interpersonal communication skills and good organizational skills; demonstrates good judgment in handling situations not covered by written or verbal communication. </li><li>Experienced in use of electronic positive patient identification system. </li><li>Experienced with pre-analytical specimen collection requirements. </li></ul> <p>Educational Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>High school graduate </li><li>Successful completion of approved phlebotomy program </li></ul> <p>License/Certification:</p> <ul> <li>Valid driver's license. </li><li>Must have phlebotomy certification or be certification eligible. Certification is required within one year of hire. </li></ul> <p>Age Specific Criteria: Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas.</p> <p>Ability to Meet Job Performance Expectations: Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation.</p> <p>Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.</p>