Part-time Phlebotomist Morning Shift

The Goodman Group and Affiliates; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspire Transitional Care in Flagstaff is seeking a Part-time Phlebotomist to join our clinical team. Shifts are Monday-Friday, totaling 20 hours per week, with four available 4-hour windows.

The phlebotomist will perform venipuncture and specimen collection, label and transport samples, follow safety and HIPAA requirements, and provide compassionate service in line with Platinum Service. Prior phlebotomy in healthcare preferred.

Qualifications

• Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a phlebotomy training program or equivalent training.
• Current phlebotomy certification preferred and may be required.
• Prior phlebotomy experience in healthcare setting preferred.
• BLS certification preferred or as required by policy.

Responsibilities

• Verify orders and resident identity before collection.
• Explain collection procedures in a calm, respectful manner.
• Perform venipuncture and capillary collections per policy.
• Label, document, and transport specimens accurately.
• Maintain specimen integrity and supply stock in the area.
• Adhere to HIPAA, safety, and infection control standards.

Skills

Independent decision making

Tactful communication

Care for elderly

Effective communication

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy training program

Phlebotomy certification preferred

BLS certification preferred

Job description

Aspire Transitional Care, a 50-bed skilled nursing community, has served the Flagstaff community since 2020. Here, team members serve a range of lifestyles and care levels, including transitional care. We take pride in delivering Platinum Service® , our commitment to put residents and their families at the heart of everything we do. Join our team and come see why our team members consistently place Aspire Transitional Care above other communities as a great place to work.

Enjoy the total rewards of competitive pay plus benefit options such as healthcare insurance, 401k with company match, flexible scheduling, generous Paid Time Off, Same Day Pay (through RAIN instant pay), tuition reimbursement, professional development, along with so much more!

Job Ad

Aspire Transitional Care is seeking a Part-time Phlebotomist to join their clinical team.

Shift: Monday-Friday, offering 20 hours/week

Hours: 4-hour shift options: 6a-10a, 7a-11a, 8a-12p

Wage: $24-$28/hour, based on experience

Our phlebotomist plays an integral role in the success of our team and community and in creating a place our residents are proud to call home. The primary purpose of this position is to provide safe, accurate, and compassionate blood specimen collection services for residents, patients, and/or clients in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, laboratory requirements, infection control standards, and applicable state and federal regulations. This position verifies patient identity, prepares individuals for collection, performs venipuncture and/or capillary collection within scope of practice, accurately labels and documents specimens, coordinates specimen handling and transport, and supports a positive service experience consistent with The Goodman Group Platinum Service® program.

Essential Job Functions

• Verify physician orders or laboratory requisitions and confirm resident/patient identity using required identifiers before specimen collection.
• Explain the collection procedure in a calm, respectful manner and help reduce anxiety while maintaining resident/patient dignity and comfort.
• Perform venipuncture and capillary/skin puncture specimen collection within certification, training, facility policy, and state scope-of-practice requirements.
• Select appropriate collection supplies, tubes, needles, lancets, labels, and personal protective equipment based on the ordered test and resident/patient needs.
• Use aseptic technique, standard precautions, hand hygiene, sharps safety, and infection prevention practices during all collection procedures.
• Label specimens immediately and accurately with required information, including date/time of collection and collector identification when required.
• Maintain specimen integrity by following correct order of draw, tube handling, inversion, storage, processing, chain-of-custody, and transport requirements.
• Document collection activity, missed draws, resident/patient refusals, adverse reactions, and follow-up communication in the appropriate record or log.
• Monitor residents/patients for adverse reactions such as dizziness, fainting, bleeding, bruising, or hematoma formation and report concerns promptly to licensed nursing staff.
• Coordinate with nursing, laboratory partners, providers, and other departments to support timely completion of ordered lab work.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked phlebotomy work area; monitor inventory and communicate supply needs timely.
• Dispose of sharps, biohazardous materials, and used supplies according to OSHA, infection control, and facility requirements.
• Protect confidentiality of resident/patient information and follow HIPAA and facility privacy expectations.
• Participate in quality assurance activities, competency reviews, education, audits, and process improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned, including support of The Goodman Group Platinum Service® program.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Critical Skills

• Be able to make independent decisions and follow instructions.
• Deal tactfully with personnel, prospects, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.
• Capable of working with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility.
• Communicate effectively in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, team members, prospects, residents, and families.
• Knowledge/proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite.

Education and Experience

• Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Completion of a phlebotomy training program or equivalent documented training required unless otherwise permitted by state requirements and facility policy.
• Current phlebotomy certification preferred and may be required based on state, contract, laboratory, or facility requirements.
• Prior phlebotomy experience in a skilled nursing facility, long-term care, hospital, clinic, physician office, laboratory, or mobile phlebotomy environment preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred or as required by facility policy.
• Must maintain required training, competency validation, background checks, health screening, and any applicable state-specific requirements.
• Prompt and regular attendance is mandatory, except for previously planned time off.
• Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Professional appearance, behavior, and attitude required.

This company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, national origin or other protected statuses.