Phlebotomist jobs in Providence, RI
Phlebotomist draws and collects blood samples from patients, verifies records and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis. May prick finger to draw blood. Being a Phlebotomist may conduct interviews, take vital signs, and draw and test blood samples to screen donors at blood bank. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Additionally, Phlebotomist requires Certification by a nationally recognized body. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Phlebotomist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Phlebotomist
- Lifespan Laboratory
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Warwick, RI
FULL_TIME
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Summary:
Under supervision of the Manager Laboratory Outreach Services or guidance of the Lead Phlebotomist performs responsibilities associated with obtaining blood and various other patient specimens in accordance with department procedures. Obtains samples ordered by physicians for routine and specialized tests on assigned unit. Takes samples from pediatric and adult patients on outpatient units. Transports specimens and completes basic records. Fosters patient and family centered care and nursing services in accordance with the Lifespan and The Miriam Hospitals mission vision values with consideration of the life span including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.
Responsibilities:
Schedules venipunctures or capillary blood punctures according to priority and type of test such as timed studies. Utilizes computer-generated collection labels and references Pathology Handbook as necessary to ensure collection of specimens is in accordance with established procedures i.e. specimens are collected in proper containers and meet special collection requirements as appropriate. Duties are performed according to hospital policy and observance of universal precautions.
Verifies identity of patient following established procedures and proper patient preparation prior to venipuncture such as fasting or special diet.
Obtains blood samples from patient according to venipuncture or capillary puncture technique. Alerts nursing staff or supervisor to any deviations from puncture or adverse patient condition.
Obtains samples for specialized tests (thyroid Releasing hormone therapeutic drug monitoring and D-Xylose tolerance). Verifies volume and timing of dosage. May monitor patient as assigned to observe reactions including Diaphoresis sleeping etc.
Performs coagulation tests on outpatients such as bleeding times.
Labels wraps and transports samples according to type and urgency of sample. Maintains records on sample procurement.
Performs duties according to hospital policy and universal precautions.
Performs various functions associated with the laboratory computer system to assure proper collection and documentation of patient specimens.
All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients.
Other information:
BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
High school diploma or GED required.
Phlebotomy certificate through National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences and/or completion of a Phlebotomy certificate program to include formal internship demonstrating 100 successful venipunctures.
In lieu of internship 6 months of phlebotomy experience may be considered.
In lieu of phlebotomy certification 5 plus years direct phlebotomy experience may be considered.
Ability to perform venipuncture techniques and capillary puncture on adults children and infants.
Interpersonal skills to obtain and provide information to patients and to explain procedures effectively in order to allay fears and anxiety.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
Clerical skills to prepare and maintain records and reports including keyboard skills to enter/access information.
Familiarity with blood collector equipment anticoagulants special precautions and interference.
Ability to distinguish chromatic colors.
A Phlebotomy certificate required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Works with in-patient care environment with considerable walking between units and where some physical effort may be required to deal with patients who are uncooperative.
Some exposure to odors when handling specimens.
Exposure to communicable diseases while administering to patients however chance of injury is minimized by the adherence to established infection control procedures.
Manual dexterity to perform venipuntures.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.
Lifespan is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Lifespan is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Location: Warwick-400 Bald Hill Road USA: RI: Warwick
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Shift 1
Union: Non-Union - 10 Days Ago
Phlebotomist
- Kent Hospital
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Warwick, RI
FULL_TIME
- Primary Function: Responsible for performing all forms of phlebotomy procedures including registration on any age level, process specimens to ensure stability, perform order entry procedures to ensure...
- 5 Days Ago
Phlebotomist
- Care New England
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Warwick, RI
FULL_TIME
- Primary Function: Responsible for performing all forms of phlebotomy procedures including registration on any age level, process specimens to ensure stability, perform order entry procedures to ensure...
- 5 Days Ago
Phlebotomist
- CSL Plasma
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Woonsocket, RI
FULL_TIME
- 1 In compliance with SOPs, performs all aspects of the pheresis procedure and plasma collection, including donor set-up, donor monitoring and donor disconnect.2 In compliance with SOPs and Food & Drug...
- 8 Days Ago
Phlebotomist
- Lifespan Laboratory
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Lincoln, RI
FULL_TIME
- Summary: Under supervision of the Manager Laboratory Outreach Services or guidance of the Lead Phlebotomist performs responsibilities associated with obtaining blood and various other patient specimen...
- 9 Days Ago
Phlebotomist
- Covelo Group
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Providence, RI
FULL_TIME
- Phlebotomist Job Summary:Covelo Group is seeking a Phlebotomist. This phlebotomy role is a full-time position at a major medical center offering competitive weekly pay, flexible scheduling, and benefi...
- 1 Month Ago
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Phlebotomist
- SPECTRAFORCE
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Worcester, MA
- Title: Phlebotomist I - 1st Shift Location: Worcester MA 01604 Duration: 5 Months Shift: Monday-Friday; Hours may vary 7...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Mobile Phlebotomist
- TridentUSA Health Services
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Norwood, MA
- Pay Range: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour depending upon experience Schedule: Full-Time Day Shift: 4:30am - 1:00pm Part-Time D...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Phlebotomist
- Lifespan
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Central Falls, RI
- Summary: Under supervision of the Manager Laboratory Outreach Services or guidance of the Lead Phlebotomist performs res...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Phlebotomist
- IASIS Healthcare
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Boston, MA
- PhlebotomistClick Here to Apply OnlineJob DescriptionLocation: Carney HospitalPosted Date: 1/19/2024Job Type: Full TimeS...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Phlebotomist
- MedTeam Staffing
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Norwood, MA
- This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm Position: Phlebotomist 7718 Location: Norwood MA Schedule: 8am-4:...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Phlebotomist
- Pride Health
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Westborough, MA
- Job Description: Pride Health is currently looking candidates for Float Phlebotomist II position in Westborough, MA. Thi...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Phlebotomist
- Signature Healthcare
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Brockton, MA
- Signature Healthcare is Southeastern Massachusetts' premier local provider of quality, personalized medical services. We...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
Phlebotomist - Float
- East Side Clinical Laboratory, Inc
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Providence, RI
- Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications: Quality is in our DNA -- is it in yours? You’ve got...
- 3/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Providence, Rhode Island
The Providence city limits enclose a small geographical region with a total area of 20.5 square miles (53 km2); 18.5 square miles (48 km2) of it is land and the remaining 2.1 square miles (5.4 km2) is water (roughly 10%). Providence is located at the head of Narragansett Bay, with the Providence River running into the bay through the center of the city, formed by the confluence of the Moshassuck and Woonasquatucket Rivers. The Waterplace Park amphitheater and riverwalks line the river's banks through downtown.
Providence is one of many cities claimed to be founded on seven hills like Rome. The...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Phlebotomist jobs
$37,834 to $46,585
Providence, Rhode Island area prices
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What does a Phlebotomist do?
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After assessing the patient’s physical status, a phlebotomist reviews the test order forms and determines the best puncture site for the procedure.
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