Job Summary
This role involves the collection of high-quality blood samples from patients across various age groups through proper phlebotomy techniques. The position requires a quick response to medical emergencies while providing support to patients and healthcare staff.
Responsibilities
- Collect blood samples from patients, ensuring accuracy and safety.
- Respond promptly to medical emergencies as they arise.
- Accurately identify patients and manage the labeling and transportation of specimens.
- Assist patients and healthcare colleagues by answering telephones and addressing inquiries.
- Contribute to the training of new staff members.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent is necessary.
- Experience in phlebotomy and in a medical environment is preferred.
- Strong customer service and communication skills are essential.
- Proficiency in computer skills along with effective prioritization and time-management abilities.
- Phlebotomist II applicants must possess a valid professional certification.
Mayo Clinic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
