Phlebotomist

About the role

The Phlebotomist/Laboratory Assistant is primarily based in the laboratory and is responsible for the skillful collection of blood samples, blood culture samples, and other body fluid samples from inpatient and outpatient populations ranging in age from neonatal through geriatric. The role also includes specimen processing, answering telephones, processing send-out specimens, loading specimens onto instrumentation, and faxing laboratory results in accordance with hospital policy, along with any other duties within the scope of licensure.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples, blood culture samples, and other body fluid samples from patients of all ages (neonatal through geriatric)
• Process specimens
• Answer telephone inquiries
• Process send-out specimens
• Load specimens onto instrumentation
• Fax laboratory results in accordance with hospital policy
• Perform other duties within the scope of licensure

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED
• Formal training as a Medical Assistant or graduation from an accredited Phlebotomy Training Program (preferred)
• Licensed by the State of Nevada as a Laboratory Assistant
• Point of Care Analysis certification within 6 months of hire (preferred; supersedes lab assistant license once obtained)
• 6 months of work experience in a clinical laboratory (preferred)
• Recent graduate of an accredited phlebotomy training program may be considered
• Laboratory Information Systems knowledge (preferred)
• Computer application experience (word processing and spreadsheet applications) (preferred)
• Medical terminology knowledge (preferred)
• BLS certification (required)

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs: paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources: 401(k) Plan with 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support: tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits: fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts

Pay

Hourly wage estimate: $22.57 – $33.85 per hour. The typical candidate is hired below the midpoint of the range. Actual salary may vary based on specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees in the role.