Mass General Brigham - Dover, NH
posted 2 months ago
At Wentworth-Douglass, we value individuals who contribute to patient-centered care that enhances community health. As a Phlebotomist, you will play a crucial role in the healthcare team by performing proper specimen collection from patients of all age groups. This involves confirming patient identification, collecting specimens using venipuncture and capillary techniques, and accurately labeling specimens to ensure precise patient results. You will demonstrate proper techniques to provide a standard of care, which includes selecting the appropriate equipment prior to collection, verifying orders, and ensuring proper patient preparation. You will also maintain current knowledge of various specimen collection methods and explain protocols to patients, nurses, and physicians as required. In this role, you will be responsible for performing phlebotomy duties accurately and efficiently, completing specimen collections in a timely manner without compromising the quality or integrity of samples. You will demonstrate organizational skills by prioritizing collection requests and reconciling pending lists while processing STAT specimens. Additionally, you will manage specimen accessioning accurately to provide quality specimens for laboratory testing, ensuring that all specimens are handled according to established policies and procedures. Customer service is also a key component of this position, as you will be expected to answer technical questions and direct others to appropriate resources. You will perform clerical duties related to specimen accessioning and demonstrate clear verbal and written communication skills. This position requires a commitment to maintaining high standards of care and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.