Phlebotomist I DOM Channing

Brigham and Women's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
181 Longwood Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 01, 2025
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: This position's hours are per diem. The hours will fall within Monday- Friday 7a-Noon. The LIHDI Study is looking for a per diem Mobile Phlebotomist to travel to specified locations. The Mobile Phlebotomist will travel to study participant's homes to collect blood, obtain vital signs, and anthropometric measurements. The majority of the sites are within the greater Boston area, but there may be some New England travel. The mobile phlebotomist's responsibilities include maintaining a safe and sterile work environment, assembling all medical instruments and supplies before preparing patients for venipuncture procedures, and measurements. Study participants are adult females. This position reports to the Research Nurse Manager. QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or equivalent. Phlebotomy certification desired but not required. Valid driver's license and vehicle. *SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:* Knowledge and practice of proper aseptic techniques necessary to prevent injury to self and patients. Basic knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of veins. Knowledge to select appropriate tubes and volumes for test(s) requested. Ability to communicate with patients to alleviate fears and anxieties and make them feel comfortable and cared for. Physically be able to stand and walk for long periods of time (90% of the hours) and transport supplies and specimens as required. Limited computer skills necessary to use the keyboard and mouse to use hospital installed programs as required for specimen collection and processing. Validate competencies in areas of: Venipuncture technique and all blood drawing procedures. Appropriate choice of test tube and required blood volumes. Specimen labeling and participant identification. Customer service skills to include ability to communicate with participants and staff. Additional Job Description The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.