Compassionate Phlebotomist: Blood Collection & Care

Carlsbad Medical Center; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlsbad Medical Center in Carlsbad, NM seeks a Phlebotomist to perform blood collection for accurate laboratory testing. You will ensure patient identification, proper labeling at the bedside, and timely specimen handling while providing compassionate patient care.

The role collaborates with the healthcare team, maintains safety and infection control standards, documents results in the lab system, and supports operations with reliable attendance and professionalism.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of phlebotomy experience required.
• Knowledge of safety guidelines and infection control.
• Ability to collect blood across age groups with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection per procedures.
• Ensures positive patient identification and bedside labeling.
• Prepares, packages, and transports specimens maintaining integrity.
• Explains procedures to patients and addresses concerns.
• Cleans and maintains phlebotomy equipment and workspace.
• Documents patient and specimen information in the lab system.
• Collects timed specimens and prioritizes tasks.
• Identifies and resolves specimen issues and recollections when needed.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to clarify orders and status.
• Follows all safety requirements and regulatory standards.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Patient communication

Safety protocols

Specimen labeling

Laboratory procedures

Job description

Carlsbad Medical Center in Carlsbad, NM seeks a Phlebotomist to perform blood collection for accurate laboratory testing. You will ensure patient identification, proper labeling at the bedside, and timely specimen handling while providing compassionate patient care.

The role collaborates with the healthcare team, maintains safety and infection control standards, documents results in the lab system, and supports operations with reliable attendance and professionalism.