Compassionate Phlebotomy Technician

WVU Medicine; Bridgeport (WV); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine is seeking a phlebotomist to join its clinical labs team in Bridgeport, WV. The role focuses on blood and blood culture collection, along with non-blood samples such as urine, sputum, semen, and throat swabs, while ensuring proper chain of custody.

The successful candidate will perform venipunctures and skin punctures promptly and with patient care in mind, labeling specimens at collection and using basic lab equipment. Additional clerical duties and drug screens may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy Certification (CPT).

Responsibilities

• Draws blood efficiently for all ages with minimal patient discomfort.
• Properly labels specimens in the presence of the patient.
• Operates basic lab equipment (centrifuges, printers, scanners, etc.).
• Communicates effectively with patients, clients, and staff.
• Performs clerical duties such as filing, report distribution, processing.
• If applicable, collect drug screens using Chain of Custody processes.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy Certification (CPT)

Job description

WVU Medicine is seeking a phlebotomist to join its clinical labs team in Bridgeport, WV. The role focuses on blood and blood culture collection, along with non-blood samples such as urine, sputum, semen, and throat swabs, while ensuring proper chain of custody.

The successful candidate will perform venipunctures and skin punctures promptly and with patient care in mind, labeling specimens at collection and using basic lab equipment. Additional clerical duties and drug screens may be required.