PHLEBOTOMY APPRENTICE

Hours: initially 7-330, changing to 10-630pm with promotion to Phlebotomist Level I

FTE: 1.0

Weekend Schedule: none

Holiday Schedule: none

The Phlebotomy Apprentice is a training position. The Phlebotomy Apprentice greets patients and visitors and gains knowledge of phlebotomy procedures along with a familiarity with medical terminology, laboratory orders and the hospital computer system. The Phlebotomy Apprentice learns both theory and practical skills during their training and will be able to successfully perform venous and capillary draws in diverse patient age groups. They will then advance to learning the entire outpatient workflow, including accurately placing patient orders, and communicating professionally with patients, providers, and other staff. Once a nationally recognized Phlebotomy Certification is obtained, the Phlebotomy Apprentice will become eligible for a Phlebotomist I position. The Phlebotomy Apprentice participates in laboratory continuing education programs and plays an important role representing the Laboratory by being both professional and caring to the patient and fellow employees.