Job Code:	1618
Job Title:	Phlebotomist II
Creation Date:	01/01/87
Revision Date:	08/06/02
FLSA Status:	Non-Exempt

Job Summary:

To provide supervisory and basic skills necessary for collection of blood samples through the use of skin puncture and venipuncture techniques. 

Major Duties / Critical Tasks:

• Develops, implements, and evaluates training and continuing education programs.
• Assesses problems related to transport of specimens, laboratory data, and difficult blood collections and determines appropriate action.
• Develops protocols, policies, and procedures for enhancement of laboratory effectiveness.
• Orders and maintains laboratory supplies and provides input into the acquisition of laboratory equipment.
• Collects blood using skin (micro) puncture and venipuncture.
• Identifies patients according to hospital protocol prior to specimen collection.
• Participates in hospital and clinic collection rounds.
• Keeps blood drawing trays and equipment clean and well organized.
• Adheres to internal controls established for department.
• Performs related duties as required.

Required Education / Experience:

High school or equivalent and two years related experience.

Equipment:

Standard blood sample collection equipment.

Working Environment:

Standard hospital environment.

Other: 

Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code. 

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.