Phlebotomist

About the role

The Phlebotomist I is responsible for accurate collection and handling of patient laboratory specimens for diagnostic testing according to established best practices in a professional medical environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately collect patient specimens for diagnostic testing
• Work in a dynamic and engaging team environment
• Collect specimens from various acuities including Outpatient, Emergency Department, and Inpatient – including newborns, patients in intensive care, and all other areas of the hospital
• Adhere to and enforce laboratory compliance and safety regulations
• Navigate multiple computer systems and work independently
• Communicate procedures and instructions with patients and family members
• Develop skills such as patient registration, participation in CODE response teams, training and mentoring new staff, and specimen processing
• Participate in special projects as required

Requirements

• BLS Required
• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred
• Six months of phlebotomy experience, phlebotomy training, or national certification as approved by manager/supervisor, preferred

Qualifications

• Organizational skills
• Ability to navigate multiple computer systems
• Work well as a member of a team
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Resilience to manage stressful situations professionally
• Ability to take on-call shifts and participate in holiday rotations

Skills

• Communication
• Phlebotomy
• Laboratory Operations
• Regulatory Requirements
• Computer Literacy
• Teamwork
• Working Independently

Benefits

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.