Job Description
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Performs phlebotomy functions, electrocardiograms, nasal culture collection, Point of Care Testing (POCT) and non–technical duties at the Center for Orthopedics, Spine, and Sports Medicine.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1 - Performs phlebotomy (venipuncture, fingerstick, and heelstick) according to established procedure of South Shore Hospital.
a - Performs venipuncture using correct technique and with minimal discomfort to the patient.
b - Performs fingerstick procedures with correct technique and when unable to obtain specimen by venipuncture.
c - Performs heelstick on babies with correct technique.
2 - Identifies patients and properly labels specimen tubes.
a - Identifies self and then identifies patient by asking patient to recite name and Date of Birth (DOB). Check informa...