Phlebotomist

Wealth Recruitment, LLC; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is looking for a skilled Phlebotomist to join their team in Asheville, North Carolina. This role is vital for patient care, involving blood draws, specimen handling, and lab collaboration. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in a fast-paced setting, a high school diploma, and relevant certification. The ability to communicate effectively and maintain accuracy is essential. Join a dynamic team dedicated to quality patient service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy certification (state-specific if applicable).
• 2+ years of phlebotomy experience in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws with skill and care.
• Collect, label, and store specimens as per established protocols.
• Execute specimen handling tasks, including centrifuging and packaging.

Skills

Venipuncture techniques

Patient interaction

Sample handling

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification (state-specific)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Phlebotomist to join our team. This role plays a critical part in patient care by expertly performing venipunctures and other specimen collections, ensuring the quality and accuracy of samples, and supporting the smooth operation of our laboratory. This position involves a blend of hands-on patient interaction, meticulous sample handling, and collaboration with a high-energy team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws with skill and care, ensuring patient comfort and accuracy.
• Collect, label, and store specimens as per established protocols.
• Execute specimen handling tasks, including centrifuging, freezing, and packaging for transport.
• Verify all test requisitions with computer labels to maintain accuracy.
• Explain procedures to patients courteously, assisting with specimen collections (blood, urine, fecal).
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by performing decontamination and recording maintenance.
• Follow all OSHA and DEP safety regulations and protocols.
• Update and manage patient information with attention to detail.
• Assist with troubleshooting, training, and recommending improvements to workflow.
• Answer patient inquiries over the phone and provide laboratory results as needed.
• Attend required department trainings to stay up-to-date with best practices.

High School Diploma or GED required.

Phlebotomy certification (state-specific if applicable).

2+ years of phlebotomy experience in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Demonstrated proficiency in venipuncture techniques using straight needles and butterfly needles.