About This Role
This contract Phlebotomist role involves drawing quality blood samples from patients and preparing specimens for lab testing, while maintaining a safe and professional environment. The role requires direct patient contact, creating an atmosphere of trust and confidence, and explaining procedures clearly. It suits a candidate with excellent phlebotomy skills, including pediatric and geriatric experience, who can work independently and adapt to varying locations and schedules.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily activities accurately and on time under the direction of the area supervisor
- Maintain a safe and professional environment
- Perform forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing duties following established practices and procedures
- Verify patient demographic information and initials, including patient signature post-venipuncture to confirm tubes were labeled in their presence and that the name on the label is correct
- Maintain required records and documentation
- Demonstrate organizational commitment and promote a positive image to patients, clients, employees, and the public
Requirements
- Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently with minimal on-site supervision
- Excellent phlebotomy skills, including pediatric and geriatric
- Flexible and available based on staffing needs, including weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime
- Committed to all Policies & Procedures, including company dress code, Employee Health & Safety, and Everyday Excellence Guiding Principles
- Must be able to make decisions based on established procedures and exercise good judgment
- Must have reliable transportation, valid driver license, and clean driving record, if applicable
- Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high-volume setting
- Demonstrate Superior Customer Focus; ability to communicate openly and transparently with peers, supervisors, and patients; ability to accelerate and embrace change; and knowledge of the business
- Keyboard/data entry experience
- High school diploma or equivalent REQUIRED
- 1-3 years phlebotomy experience required, inclusive of pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections
Nice to have:
- Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred
- Phlebotomy certification preferred (Required in California, Nevada, and Washington)
- 2 years in a Patient Service Center environment preferred
- Customer service in a retail or service environment highly preferred
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
