The-Baton-Rouge-Clinic,-Amc-2 is hiring: Phlebotomist (cert) in Baton Rouge

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Developing and determining the best collection methods for specific patients, such as infants or elderly patients. Preparing areas where blood will be drawn and ensuring the area is safe and clean after blood is drawn. Collecting blood samples and labeling the vials with the patients' names and the dates. Transporting blood samples to the laboratory for testing. Ensuring proper packaging and storage for the preservation of blood for donations. Keeping your phlebotomy cart or station well organized and following infection control and sanitation standards. Answering patients' questions on collection techniques and providing additional resources if requested. Remaining friendly, courteous, and sympathetic and keeping patients calm during blood collections. Preparing and cleaning the laboratory area, maintaining inventory, preparing blood samples for various tests and procedures, and possibly centrifuging blood samples.

Experience: Demonstrated, successful organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to calm anxious patients. Strong attention to detail and good handwriting skills. Knowledge of proper handling techniques and disposal policies.

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the workday. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to perform patient care activities and operate standard medical equipment. Ability to use computers and standard office equipment.