Phlebotomist 2 - USFTGP Brandon

Tampa General Hospital; Brandon; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Academic Medical Group Inc is seeking a Phlebotomist II to collect and process blood specimens, ensuring proper labeling and timely routing to the laboratory. The role supports efficient lab operations, manages inventory, and promotes patient safety and engagement.

The incumbent explains procedures to patients, responds to inquiries, and may perform EKGs with POC equipment as needed. A strong communicator is essential to coordinate with clinical staff and maintain workflow.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of a phlebotomy course and BLS certification.
• Minimum of one year phlebotomy experience in a clinical setting.
• Ability to operate point-of-care testing equipment and perform EKGs when requested.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens using proper technique in compliance with standards.
• Accurately label samples and route to correct lab.
• Maintain an efficient lab schedule and patient order accuracy.
• Manage lab inventory and restock supplies as needed.
• Explain procedures to patients to ensure comfort and engagement.
• Communicate with clinical staff regarding patient needs and specimen concerns.
• Escalate changes in patient condition to clinical personnel.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient safety awareness

Education

Completion of Phlebotomy Course

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Tools

POC testing devices

EKG machines

Job description

Job Description

Description

The Phlebotomist 2 is responsible for collecting and processing blood specimens in accordance with hospital and laboratory policies, as well as all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. This role ensures accurate labeling, documentation, and timely routing of specimens to the correct laboratory to maintain order accuracy and workflow efficiency. Under the direction of the Phlebotomist Lead, the Phlebotomist II supports efficient lab operations by maintaining inventory, removing expired supplies, and promoting patient safety and engagement. The phlebotomist explains procedures to patients, responds to clinical inquiries, and assists with patient outreach as needed. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to recognize and report changes in patient condition. The Phlebotomist 2 is also knowledgeable in point-of-care (POC) equipment and may perform EKGs as requested to support comprehensive patient care.

Essential Functions:

• Collects blood specimens using proper techniques and in compliance with all hospital, laboratory, and regulatory standards.


• Accurately labels all samples and ensures they are routed to the correct laboratory for proper processing and order accuracy.


• Maintains an efficient lab schedule, ensuring accuracy of patient orders and supporting smooth workflow throughout the shift.


• Manages lab inventory by monitoring supply levels, removing expired items, and restocking materials to prevent care disruptions.


• Explains blood draw procedures to patients and addresses questions to ensure comfort, understanding, and engagement in care.


• Communicates effectively with clinical staff and providers regarding patient needs, specimen concerns, or changes in patient condition.


• Identifies and escalates any changes in patient condition to appropriate clinical personnel to ensure patient safety.


• Operates and understands all point-of-care testing equipment and performs requested EKGs accurately and safely.


• Documents all patient interactions, specimen information, and testing details in accordance with established procedures.


• Follows all emergency and safety protocols, ensuring a positive patient experience and a safe care environment


• Initiates chart preparation at least 14 days prior to patient's lab appointment and confirm lab matches the preferred lab as specific by the patient's insurance or practice site standards. Review orders to determine if orders are present and communicate with clinical team to place orders per practice site standards.


• Knowledge to change correct orders according to the patient's insurance or practice standards.


• Follow phlebotomy Rooming by releasing the lab order(s) to print the order requisition and labels, verifying that the correct patient labels have been printed by comparing patient identity against printed requisition and labels. Have patient verbally confirm. Packaging and storing specimens according to organizational standards and resulting lab requirements After service is completed, document procedure using departmental SmartPhrase, sign the note, add appropriate charges, and close the patient’s encounter.

• Completion of Phlebotomy Course


• Basic Life Support


• Minimum of one (1) year of phlebotomy experience in a laboratory, ambulatory, or healthcare setting performing independent specimen collection.

Primary Location

Brandon

Work Locations

Family Care Center Brandon 214 Morrison Rd. Brandon 33511

Eligible for Remote Work : On Site

Job

Laboratory Services

Organization

Academic Medical Group Inc

Schedule

Full-time

Scheduled Days : Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday