How to write a Phlebotomist job description

Your job description is the first touchpoint between your company and your new hire. With millions of people searching for jobs on Indeed each month, a great job description can help you attract the most qualified candidates to your open position. To get you started, here are some tips for creating an effective job description.

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Phlebotomists are professionals who specialize in drawing blood from patients. Their responsibilities include interviewing and preparing the patient for the blood draw. They must bring the appropriate equipment and using it correctly to retrieve the sample. Phlebotomists then label the blood sample and take it to the laboratory for testing.

A great job title typically includes a general term, level of experience and any special requirements. The general term will optimize your job title to show up in a general search for jobs of the same nature. The level of experience will help you attract the most qualified applicants by outlining the amount of responsibility and prior knowledge required. And if your position is specialized, consider including the specialization in the job title as well. But avoid using internal titles, abbreviations or acronyms to make sure people understand what your job posting is before clicking.

Phlebotomist
Supervising Phlebotomist
Phlebotomist (Phlebotomy certification required)
Phlebotomist (Part-Time)
Phlebotomy Technician

A great job description starts with a compelling summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is a good fit.

Our health care organization is in need of an experienced Phlebotomist to join our growing team. The Phlebotomist will be responsible for drawing blood, tagging each sample and then working closely with the lab to make sure that the proper samples are delivered for each patient. The successful candidate will also deliver excellent patient service, answer patient questions, act as a resource for patient information and strengthen the relationship between the patient and our entire medical facility.

The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and who the job reports to.

Collect and tag specimens exactly as outlined in each medical requisition
Develop effective collection techniques as they relate to groups such as pediatric and geriatric patients
Properly package each specimen and ensure that every specimen is delivered to the laboratory on time
Maintain an organized and clean work area based on state health laws and the guidelines of our medical organization
Answer patient questions regarding collection techniques and offer additional resources on the collection process if a patient requests them

Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you envision for a successful hire. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.

High school diploma/GED required (Associate degree preferred)
Must possess a valid state phlebotomy certification
Must pass a six-week hands-on training course
Legible handwriting is required
Excellent patient service and patient relationship skills
Strong attention to detail

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