Lab Phlebotomist, Certified (ORMC) 1st Shift; FT

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Orlando is seeking a Certified Laboratory Phlebotomist. This role involves performing laboratory specimen collection and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills while working in various settings to support patient care.

Qualifications

• Must understand specimen collection and handling requirements.
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet department needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform peripheral IV insertion and coordinate outreach phlebotomy services.
• Maintain supplies and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Act as liaison between laboratory, physicians, and other departments.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Position Summary

The Certified Laboratory Phlebotomist performs laboratory specimen collection following approved policies and procedures. At least 80% of productive time is performing phlebotomy procedures.

Schedule: Monday through Saturday 6:30am to 3:00pm; Saturdays rotation when needed.

Location: Outpatient draw station NBT ORMC

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Perform peripheral IV insertion.
• Work outside the immediate laboratory setting as needed.
• Communicate with immediate supervisor regarding issues impacting patient care.
• Support patient registration and demonstrate knowledge of third-party reimbursement requirements and regulations.
• Understand specimen collection and handling requirements.
• Use hospital and laboratory information systems for specimen processing, billing, reference testing, and scheduling.
• Maintain appropriate supplies.
• Provide positive customer service and respond proactively to issues.
• Train staff as required.
• Work flexible hours to meet department needs.
• Coordinate and perform outreach phlebotomy services.
• Coordinate laboratory specimen collection for inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Maintain excellent interpersonal skills to work cooperatively with team members and respond to customer calls.
• Act as liaison between laboratory, physicians, nursing, other departments, clients, and vendors.
• Follow policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance per Orlando Health policies and applicable laws.
• Ensure compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.