Clinical Lab Specialist - Phlebotomist

What We're Looking For:

• Two years of phlebotomy experience required; specimen processing preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Effective communication and human relations skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Comprehensive benefits for you and your family.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing support.
• Collaborative environment focused on quality and patient safety.
• Employee perks: learn more.

What You Will Do:

Perform phlebotomy, specimen processing, and pre-analytic laboratory operations to support accurate diagnostic testing while ensuring patient safety, regulatory compliance, and exceptional service.

Essential Job Functions:

• Collects blood and specimens following departmental protocol; verifies patient identity and accurately labels specimens.
• Performs venipuncture or skin puncture and delivers specimens to the laboratory timely.
• Maintains clean, organized phlebotomy trays and properly disposes of contaminated materials.
• Accessions specimens in the Laboratory Information System and prepares samples for testing (centrifugation, send-outs, etc.).
• Communicates with ordering providers to clarify test orders.
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of phlebotomy principles, specimen integrity, anticoagulants, and blood components.
• P Practices proper safety procedures, including aseptic technique, OSHA compliance, and biohazard handling.
• Uses proper PPE and follows BRGMC safety and infection control protocols.
• Ensures accurate patient identification for all collections and specimens.
• Maintains low recollection and contamination rates consistent with departmental benchmarks.
• Participates in staff training, competency assessments, and pre-analytic workflow support.
• Performs waived testing following QC requirements and documents results accurately.
• Provides excellent customer service, greeting patients professionally and ensuring specimen logs are accurate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

_What Sets BRG Apart:

Baton Rouge General is committed to quality laboratory services that support accurate diagnosis and exceptional patient care. Our Clinical Lab Specialists play a vital role in ensuring safe, reliable specimen processing and a positive patient experience. Join our team and help us deliver outstanding laboratory care every day!