Compassionate Phlebotomist: Blood Draw Specialist

Acadia Healthcare; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Memphis, TN is seeking a compassionate phlebotomist to draw blood for laboratory testing. You will verify patient identity, label samples, and enter information into the patient database while maintaining safety and cleanliness.

This role emphasizes accurate sample handling, empathy, and teamwork in a busy clinical setting. CPR and de-escalation certification may be required or provided on hire, and a high school diploma is the baseline, with an associate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Experience in behavioral healthcare setting preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required or training provided on hire.

Responsibilities

• Draw blood from patients and blood donors.
• Verify patient/donor identity to ensure proper labeling of the blood sample.
• Label the drawn blood for testing and processing.
• Enter patient information into database.
• Assemble and maintain medical instruments such as needles, test tubes and blood vials.
• Keep work areas clean and sanitary.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient care

Medical safety

Data entry

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree preferred

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Memphis, TN is seeking a compassionate phlebotomist to draw blood for laboratory testing. You will verify patient identity, label samples, and enter information into the patient database while maintaining safety and cleanliness.

This role emphasizes accurate sample handling, empathy, and teamwork in a busy clinical setting. CPR and de-escalation certification may be required or provided on hire, and a high school diploma is the baseline, with an associate degree preferred.