Phlebotomist at BMH Memphis Hospital
BMH Memphis Hospital · Union City, United States Of America · Onsite
- Junior
- Office in Union City
Job Summary
Job Summary
| The Phlebotomist draws blood samples to be used for diagnostic testing and transports samples to the appropriate laboratory. Provides updates to the patient areas on results of the tests. Performs appropriate CLIA waived routine tests or procedures in a clinical laboratory. |
Required Population Served
Job Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities
| • | Gathers specimens, samples, or supplies and makes basic preparations in a clinical lab environment. | |
| • | Uses various venipuncture methods to collect patient blood samples and transports samples to the lab. | |
| • | Evaluates positive patient identification reducing pre-analytical error and/or adverse patient outcome. | |
| • | Tracks progress on samples and work orders and provides updates on results to patient areas. | |
| • | Cleans and performs routine maintenance on work areas and equipment and documents equipment performance accurately. |
Specifications
Experience
| | | Hospital Phlebotomy experience. |
Education
| | Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties. | |
Training
| | | Training as acquired in an approved phlebotomy training program |
Special Skills
| | Basic computer literacy skills. | |
Licensure
Reporting Relationships
Reporting Relationships
| Yes No |
Work Environment
Functional Demands
| Sedentary | Very light energy level | Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart | |
| Light | Moderate energy level | Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher) | |
| Medium | High energy level | Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient) | |
| Heavy | Very high energy level | Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer. |
Functional Demands Rating
| Sedentary Light Medium Heavy |
Activity Level Throughout Workday
Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting
| Occasional |
Physical Activity Requirements - Standing
| Frequent |
Physical Activity Requirements - Walking
| Continuous |
Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)
| Occasional |
Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects
| Frequent |
Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull
| Frequent |
Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting
| Frequent |
Physical Activity Requirements - Bending
| Frequent |
Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward
| Continuous |
Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead
| Occasional |
Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl
| Occasional |
Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation
| Continuous |
Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities
| Continuous |
Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion
| Continuous |
Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell
| Occasional |
Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear
| Continuous |
Sensory Requirements
| Yes | Accurate | Accurate | Minimal | Minimal |
Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens
| Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Chemical
| Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases
| Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures
| Not Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Radiation
| Not Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations
| Not Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels
| Not Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter
| Not Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Other
