Compassionate Phlebotomist: Precise Blood Collection

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Granbury (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Phlebotomist to accurately collect blood specimens for laboratory testing, ensuring patient identification and timely specimen handling.

You will perform venipuncture and capillary collections, maintain safety standards, document results, and collaborate with the care team to support high-quality patient care.

Flexibility to work with diverse patient populations and maintain meticulous records as part of a compliant lab team.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety guidelines, sanitation, and infection control protocols.
• Ability to perform blood collection techniques across all age groups (neonates to geriatrics).
• Understanding of patient identification, specimen handling, and lab testing requirements.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with patients, staff, and physicians.
• Ability to multitask, remain calm in stressful situations, and adapt to a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in order-of-draw requirements for lab testing.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in specimen collection and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection (finger and heel sticks) per policies to ensure timely specimen collection.
• Ensures positive patient identification using two identifiers and proper labeling at bedside.
• Prepares, packages, and transports specimens to the laboratory maintaining sample integrity and safety.
• Explains procedures to patients, providing reassurance and addressing concerns for a positive experience.
• Cleans, sterilizes, and maintains phlebotomy equipment and workspace per safety standards.
• Documents patient and specimen information accurately in the lab system.
• Collects timed specimens as ordered and prioritizes tasks to meet clinical needs.
• Identifies and resolves specimen issues, including rejections and recollections.
• Collaborates with healthcare team to clarify orders and communicate specimen status.
• Follows all safety requirements and laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety guidelines

Infection control

Blood collection

Patient identification

Communication

Multitasking

Order of draw

Attention to detail

Tools

Phlebotomy equipment

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Phlebotomist to accurately collect blood specimens for laboratory testing, ensuring patient identification and timely specimen handling.

You will perform venipuncture and capillary collections, maintain safety standards, document results, and collaborate with the care team to support high-quality patient care.

Flexibility to work with diverse patient populations and maintain meticulous records as part of a compliant lab team.