Patient Services Apprentice

PathGroup; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Bonus Potential

Step-based / Competitive pay

Career growth

Wellness Program

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

PathGroup is seeking a Phlebotomy Apprentice to train in daily phlebotomy activities within the Patient Service Center (PSC) or In-office Phlebotomy (IOP). The role focuses on professional interaction with clients and PathGroup personnel while performing forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing per established protocols.

You will learn venipuncture techniques, specimen handling, and data entry while maintaining accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• Willing to learn phlebotomy techniques and procedures.
• Demonstrates professionalism when interacting with clients and staff.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and labeling.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates commitment to learning proper collection techniques and safety.
• Greets customers in-person or by phone and treats all customers courteously.
• Ensures all specimens are collected accurately and on time; explains the venipuncture process clearly.
• Enter patient, specimen, insurance, or billing information with high accuracy.
• Maintains PSC/IOP phlebotomy logs and daily records.
• Performs basic clerical duties and electronic data entry.
• Adheres to grooming, lab coat policies, and safety procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Job description

Perks of Joining PathGroup

• Quarterly Bonus Potential
• Step-based / Competitive pay
• Career growth
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Assistance

You can learn more about PathGroup by following us on social media or checking out:

• PathGroup website - http://www.pathgroup.com/
• LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/pathgroup
• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pathgrouplabs/
• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/PathGroupLabs

Job Summary

Phlebotomy Apprentice trains to perform daily phlebotomy activities of the Patient Service Center (PSC) or In-office Phlebotomy (IOP) accurately and on time. The person in this position will learn how to interact with the client, patients, and other PathGroup personnel in a professional and courteous manner and performs with confidence, both the forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing duties following established practices and procedures.

Job Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates commitment to learning the proper collection techniques, safety, and all other duties encompassed within the position.
• Willing to perform venipunctures on coworkers and volunteer to have venipunctures performed on them.
• Greets customers in-person or via phone appropriately. Treat all customers in a courteous manner.
• Ensures all field phlebotomy and PSC specimens are collected accurately and on time.
• Collects specimens according to established procedures. Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required. Reduces patient anxiety by providing a calm environment for patients before, during and after the collection process.
• Disposes of blood or other biohazard fluids or tissue, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, or policies. Disposes of contaminated sharps, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, and policies.
• Completes requisitions accurately.
• Enters patient, specimen, insurance, or billing information into computer. Requires attention to detail to maintain high level of accuracy. Communicate with clients to confirm handwritten orders, verify test(s) ordered, obtain accurate billing information, i.e., diagnosis codes, UPIN information, etc.
• Research test/client information utilizing lab computer system.
• Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
• Package specimens for transport. Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen. Demonstrates proficiency of proper collection methods and proper processing of all specimens.
• Maintains required records and documentation.
• Maintains daily records and all appropriate PSC/IOP Phlebotomy logs.
• Performs basic clerical duties, i.e., filing, faxing, and preparing mail. The person in this position is required to perform electronic data entry.
• Approves time in attendance software by noon on the Monday following the end of the pay period. Submits accurate expense and travel logs Monday for the week prior or as directed by management.
• Demonstrates organizational commitment.
• Adheres to departmental and company code of grooming and dress code and lab coat policies, appearing neat and clean at all times.
• Utilizes time appropriately. Capable of maintaining fluctuating patient flow.
• Displays courteous and professional behavior to clients, patients, and co-workers. Communicates with co-workers and clients in a way that promotes a harmonious and cooperative working environment.
• Performs duties in independent manner.
• Communicates pertinent information/issues to supervisor, manager, or group leader for resolution.
• Contributes to a positive work climate and to the team effort of the department and company.
• Ensures facilities are neat, clean and in good repair, takes appropriate action to advise Group Leader or Supervisor of required repairs and maintenance.
• Assist with periodic inventory counts, report shortages and problems to group leader or supervisor as they occur.
• Utilizes proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) to ensure patient and personal safety. Exercises all laboratory safety precautions and adheres to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
• Perform all job responsibilities in alignment with the industry's best security practices and regulatory guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data.
• Must be familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all Corporate policies, including the Privacy and Security policies.

Non-essential Functions

• Work with other departments within PathGroup and subsidiaries.
• Nothing in the job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
• Other duties as assigned.