Phlebotomist Job Opening

Phlebotomist

Sanitas

• Plantation, Florida
Category: Phlebotomist

Overview

Sanitas Medical Center is currently seeking a qualified Phlebotomist to join our team. Our medical centers provide services such as primary care, walk-in urgent care, lab, diagnostic, and health care education and resources for our patients. We strive to attract people who believe in our mission and are dedicated to the service of our patients and their families.

Responsibilities

Reviews test orders, reads patient identification, performs venipunctures and fingersticks, and documents times of collection and results. Relates and interacts well with patients relative to their age specific, physical, and psychosocial needs.
  • Performs lab work as per physician orders and prepares instrumental equipment for sterilization
  • Maintains log and updates electronic medical records with patient information
  • Takes appropriate action to maintain a safe and aesthetic environment
  • Checks equipment and supplies prior to use for function, inspection and expiration date; reports malfunction of medical equipment and safety issues to supervisor
  • Obtain specimens in appropriate containers and labels correctly
  • Complies with Infection Control and OSHA Regulations (biomedical wastes, handling and disposal) for the center as per regulations
  • Takes appropriate action to maintain a safe and aesthetic environment
  • Degree of teamwork and cooperation with personnel from other departments

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent education is required
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is required
  • Preferably one year of relevant work experience
  • Phlebotomist certification required
  • BLS and HIV certifications required
  • Experience with adults, geriatric specimen collection
  • Must be able to work a flexible work schedule
  • Computer literacy preferred
  • Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered