Phlebotomist - Full Time Days

About the role

The Phlebotomist provides expert venipuncture and lab specimen collection services, ensuring patient safety, quality, and compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection according to departmental protocols.
• Communicate effectively with patients using the AIDET model, providing post-procedure care.
• Process specimens promptly, including labeling, centrifuging, and packaging for transport.
• Verify physician orders, enter accurate test requests, and review results.
• Maintain equipment, monitor refrigerator temperatures, and record quality control data.
• Notify labs or physicians of specimen issues to support optimal patient care.
• Complete lab-related clerical tasks such as order entry, result verification, and patient information retrieval.
• Adhere to safety practices, including proper biohazard waste handling.
• Participate in process improvements to reduce costs and enhance workflows.
• Maintain ongoing competency through continuing education and assessments.
• Demonstrate teamwork, critical thinking, and sound judgment in resolving challenges.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in phlebotomy from a recognized organization, or healthcare experience including CMA certification.
• Preferred experience with diverse patient populations, specimen processing, and EMR systems.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is advantageous.

Skills

• Excellent communication
• Customer service
• Attention to detail
• Safety awareness
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment