Mobile Phlebotomist

Trident Care; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident Care is seeking a phlebotomist to perform blood draws at client facilities, primarily nursing homes. You will travel using a personal vehicle as needed and must follow established phlebotomy procedures and patient identification policies.

Responsibilities include maintaining sample labeling, completing requisitions, and coordinating with dispatch and lab teams. A current clinical license and valid driver's license are required, with strong English communication and reliability essential

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology as it relates to laboratory purposes.
• Proficient in phlebotomy procedures and venipuncture.
• Able to identify patients accurately and maintain logs.

Responsibilities

• Drive to client facilities (mostly nursing homes) as directed by dispatcher or supervisor.
• Follow phlebotomy procedures to obtain blood samples.
• Identify patients per policy prior to drawing.
• Ensure proper labeling and requisitions accompany samples.
• Plan draw schedule with attention to patient priority.
• Maintain equipment and report issues promptly.
• Complete time sheets and logs accurately.
• Communicate with dispatch, payroll, lab, and courier teams.
• Be ready and available when on duty; notify availability for assignments.

Skills

Medication terminology knowledge

Phlebotomy proficiency

Time management

English communication

Professionalism

Education

Current clinical licensure

Job description

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Employee will drive their personal vehicle (unless other accommodations are made) to client facilities (mostly nursing homes) as directed by company dispatcher or assigned Area Phlebotomy Supervisor/ Area Lead.
• Follows established phlebotomy procedures for obtaining blood samples from patients.
• Properly and accurately identify patients according to phlebotomy patient identification policy prior to drawing.
• Ensures that specimens are properly labeled, in the proper tube and accompanied by a completed requisition, including patient billing information prior to transport.
• Followsphlebotomy policy on transporting PHI.
• Plans, organizes draw schedule with attention to priority of patients.
• Completes written logs, time sheets and other required records in a neat and accurate manner.
• Works cooperatively with dispatch, payroll, laboratory and courier departments.
• Maintains all equipment in good working order and reports problem immediately to Area Phlebotomy Supervisor.
• When on-duty, answers company issued mobile device promptly and is ready and available to work.
• Notifies dispatch of availability for future assignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Area Phlebotomy Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have current clinical Licensure, if required by State.
• Must possess knowledge of medical terminology as it relates to laboratory purposes.
• Proficient in phlebotomy procedures, techniques, including venipuncture, tourniquet application/removal and decontamination of the puncture site.
• Knowledge of required specimen preservation, adequate patient preparation and specimen procedures.
• Must have a current and valid Driver’s License and Auto Insurance.
• Must possess access to a vehicle in good working condition suitable to meet daily driving requirements.
• Must maintain a good driving record.
• Must be able to work under minimal supervision and accurately maintain time sheet records.
• Must understand and be knowledgeable of the resident rights, patient care and patient right to refuse.
• Ability to obtain blood specimens from patients under a variety of patient conditions.
• Proficient in written/verbal skills in the English Language.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients, patients, public and all staff members.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to take directions and conduct self in a professional manner.

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