Night Phlebotomist: Precise Blood Collection & Care

North Knoxville Medical Center; Powell (TN); Vor Ort; USD 42.981.000 - 57.859.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell, TN is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform venipuncture and capillary collections with accuracy and compassionate patient care.

You will identify patients using two identifiers, label specimens at bedside, and transport samples to the lab while maintaining safety and infection control standards. This position requires 0-2 years of phlebotomy experience; you will collaborate with the healthcare team and support timely laboratory testing.

Qualifikationen

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

Aufgaben

• Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection (finger and heel sticks) in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures to ensure accurate and timely specimen collection.
• Ensures positive patient identification by using two patient identifiers and labeling specimens at the patient’s bedside to prevent errors.
• Prepares, packages, and transports specimens to the laboratory while maintaining sample integrity and adhering to safety protocols.
• Explains procedures to patients, providing reassurance and addressing concerns to ensure a positive patient experience.
• Cleans, sterilizes, and maintains phlebotomy equipment and workspace in compliance with safety and infection control standards.
• Accurately documents patient and specimen information in the laboratory system, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collects timed specimens as ordered, prioritizing and efficiently completing phlebotomy tasks to meet clinical needs.
• Identifies and resolves specimen issues, including addressing rejections and recollecting samples when necessary.
• Collaborates with healthcare team members to clarify orders, resolve collection challenges, and communicate specimen status.
• Adheres to all laboratory and hospital safety requirements and follows Laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.

Kenntnisse

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

Safety protocols

Attention to detail

Multi-age collection

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell, TN is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform venipuncture and capillary collections with accuracy and compassionate patient care.

You will identify patients using two identifiers, label specimens at bedside, and transport samples to the lab while maintaining safety and infection control standards. This position requires 0-2 years of phlebotomy experience; you will collaborate with the healthcare team and support timely laboratory testing.