Clinic Phlebotomist Certified

Cone Health Medical Group; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health Medical Group in Greensboro, NC seeks a phlebotomist to collect specimens accurately using proper patient identification and techniques for blood draws and throat cultures. You will perform CLIA-approved point-of-care testing and report results efficiently.

You will communicate with patients and staff in a professional manner, provide collection instructions, and assist with order processing and billing coordination while maintaining confidentiality and a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1 year of relevant medical or laboratory experience required.
• BLS (CPR) certification and current phlebotomy licensure from ASCP, ASPT, NHA or AMT is required.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens with proper patient identification using correct techniques for blood and throat cultures.
• Perform CLIA-allowed point-of-care testing and report results accurately.
• Communicate professionally with patients and staff while maintaining confidentiality.
• Provide instructions for specimen collection tailored to patient age and needs.
• Process laboratory orders accurately and handle STAT requests promptly.
• Assist with billing coordination related to specimen processing.
• Maintain sanitary work areas and safe supply levels.
• Document safety incidents and contribute to process improvements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Patient-centered care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory computer systems

Job description

Essential Job Function

• Prepares and performs the collection of specimens using proper patient identification while using proper techniques for blood, throat cultures, and therapeutic phlebotomies.
• Conducts point of care testing allowed by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), performing testing procedures, evaluating and reporting results accurately and efficiently, if applicable.
• Communicates with and assists patients and staff in a professional and courteous manner, maintaining confidentiality, in all written and verbal interactions (phone, face to face, electronic) to ensure seamless continuum of care and reduce the risk of errors, omissions or breaches of confidentiality.
• Provides verbal and written instructions to patients for specimen collection, tailoring communication to age and listening abilities to promote correct specimen collection and reduce errors for accurate test results.
• Assists with processing laboratory orders accurately and cost-effectively using appropriate computer systems and promptly handles STAT requests to facilitate efficient order processing and provide optimal patient care.
• Helps ensure appropriate specimen requirements and assists with resolution of billing issues to ensure proper coordination with reference laboratories and accurate billing.
• Maintains sanitary work areas and replenishes supplies to creates a safe and hygienic environment and ensure smooth workflow.
• Documents incidents and records safety issues to maintain a safe workplace and contribute to continuous improvement in patient care and laboratory operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Required: 1 year relevant medical or laboratory experience required.

Licensure/Certification/Listing

• Required: BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider, Current Phlebotomy licensure from one of the following approved agencies: ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology) OR ASPT (American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians) OR NHA (National Healthcare Association) OR AMT (American Medical Technologists).