Phlebotomist

Networks Connect; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

PTO & holidays

Retirement match

Disability & Life

Loan forgiveness

Training & CEU

Job summary

Networks Connect is assisting Minnie Jones Health Center in Asheville, NC in recruiting a full-time phlebotomist. The role involves patient interaction, specimen collection, labeling, and maintaining lab safety and equipment.

Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, 40 hours per week, with a 30-minute lunch break, and the position is temp-to-hire. Candidates should have at least 2 years phlebotomy experience and a recognized phlebotomy certificate.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of phlebotomy experience.
• Phlebotomy certificate from a recognized postsecondary institution.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with LabCorp Link.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of medical office operations and the role of FQHCs in the community.

Responsibilities

• Explain phlebotomy or specimen collection procedures to patients and caregivers.
• Collect fluid or tissue samples using vacuum tube, syringe, butterfly venipuncture, and dermal puncture methods.
• Prepare and label laboratory samples for processing.
• Dispose of biohazardous materials and sharps per laws and regulations.
• Ensure instruments are sterile and organize blood-drawing trays.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Microsoft Office

LabCorp Link familiarity

Verbal and written communication

Medical office operations

Education

Phlebotomy certificate

Job description

Are you passionate about enhancing the patient’s experience? Networks Connect is conducting a search for a full-time Phlebotomist on behalf of our client, a prominent healthcare system in Asheville, NC. Contribute your skills to our client’s dedicated laboratory team.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Interaction: Explain phlebotomy or specimen collection procedures to patients and/or caregivers.
• Sample Collection: Collect fluid or tissue samples using appropriate techniques, including vacuum tube, syringe, butterfly venipuncture, and dermal puncture methods.
• Sample Preparation: Prepare and label laboratory samples for accurate processing.
• Procedure Compliance: Dispose of biohazardous materials and contaminated sharps following applicable laws and regulations.
• Lab Maintenance: Ensure all instruments are sterile and organize blood-drawing trays.
• Support Tasks: Assist with ordering supplies, technical support for lab instruments, and other administrative duties.
• Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement activities and comply with incentive, regulatory, and certification requirements.
• Other Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of phlebotomy experience.
• Certification: Phlebotomy Certificate from a recognized postsecondary institution.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with LabCorp Link preferred.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Additional Knowledge: Understanding of medical office operations and the role of FQHCs in the community.

Schedule

• Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm, 40 hours per week, with a 30-minute lunch break.
• No Weekends or Holidays Required

Location: Asheville, NC 28801

Clinic: Minnie Jones Health Center

Benefits

• Health and Wellness: Competitive health plans (medical, dental, vision, telehealth), Employee Assistance Network.
• Paid Time Off: 10 Paid Holidays, 2 Floating Holidays, Accrued PTO (156 hours in the first year).
• Financial Security: 403(b) Retirement Savings with Match, Employer Paid Short/Long Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, HRSA and Public Non-Profit Student Loan Forgiveness.
• Career Development: Monthly Staff Meetings and Training, Relias Learning Management System (LMS), Continuing Education (CEU), Leadership Academy, Epic Electronic Health Records (EHR), Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Support.

Compensation

Salary: $17-$21 per hour

Job Type: Temp-to-Hire

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