Acute Care Phlebotomist: Fast-Paced Blood Draws

Baptist Health Care; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Care is seeking an Acute Care Phlebotomist to collect blood samples in high‑pace hospital settings including ED/ICU environments. The role emphasizes precise venipuncture, accurate specimen labeling, patient identification, and strict infection control throughout processing and transport.

Responsibilities include performing phlebotomy procedures, maintaining specimen quality, training teammates on technology, and ensuring safe workflows with LIS/EMR documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Ability to perform venipuncture in fast-paced hospital settings.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy procedures according to established policies and procedures.
• Organizes assigned work to complete tasks accurately and on time.
• Maintains high specimen quality and proper labeling to ensure patient safety.
• Operates and maintains phlebotomy equipment; follows safety and infection control protocols.
• Trains new team members on technology and workflow; supports team as needed.
• Draws venipuncture and capillary samples from adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients, including difficult veins.
• Verifies patient identity and accurate labeling to prevent mislabeling.
• Ensures sterile work environment and proper use of LIS/EMR for orders and documentation.
• Explains procedures to patients to alleviate anxiety and monitor comfort.
• Prepares, processes, and transports specimens, often via pneumatic tube systems.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

EMR familiarity

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Baptist Health Care is seeking an Acute Care Phlebotomist to collect blood samples in high‑pace hospital settings including ED/ICU environments. The role emphasizes precise venipuncture, accurate specimen labeling, patient identification, and strict infection control throughout processing and transport.

Responsibilities include performing phlebotomy procedures, maintaining specimen quality, training teammates on technology, and ensuring safe workflows with LIS/EMR documentation.