Phlebotomist

Three Rivers Diagnostics; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Heritage Lab Services is seeking a reliable Phlebotomist (Certified) to join our team in Billings, MT. You will perform venipuncture, capillary draws, and other specimen collection with accuracy and care while maintaining HIPAA privacy and high patient satisfaction.

The role requires a valid phlebotomy certification and at least one year of experience in a lab or hospital setting. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, with a focus on quality and compliance in a dynamic lab

Qualifications

• Certified phlebotomy certification or equivalent.
• One year of phlebotomy experience, preferably in a lab or hospital.

Responsibilities

• Review procedures and perform quality checks to ensure standards.
• Verify patient identification before procedures and ensure correct billing data.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures: venipuncture and capillary punctures; stat draws.
• Collect specimens such as drug screens, biometric screenings, and insurance exams.
• Prepare samples: labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing, and transport preparation.
• Follow SOPs to ensure sample quality and patient comfort.
• Handle payments as required and maintain professionalism.
• Maintain phlebotomy logs and ensure HIPAA confidentiality.
• Log hours worked in the HRIS portal and adapt to team changes.

Skills

Phlebotomy Techniques

Laboratory Science Competence

Lab Compliance Adherence

Lab Safety Awareness

Record-Keeping & Documentation

Education

Certified Medical Assistant, EMT, LPN, or Phlebotomy Certification

Job description

Pay Range

$18.00-22.00 per hour based on experience

Description

Job Title

Phlebotomist (Certified)

Job Type

Full-time

Schedule

Monday- Friday 8am-5pm

Pay Range

$18.00-22.00 per hour based on experience

About The Role

Heritage Lab Services is seeking reliable, experienced, and upbeat Phlebotomist to perform duties in the Billings, MT area. If you are passionate about delivering accurate, high-quality patient care, we would love to meet you.

Why Join Us

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Role And Responsibilities

• Review procedures, perform routine quality checks, and ensure that each site adheres to organizational standards and policies. Provide feedback and address any procedural inconsistencies to support the quality of lab operations.
• Verify patient identification before any procedures, ensuring accurate entry of billing information and compliance with organizational policies.
• Conduct phlebotomy procedures, including but not limited to:
• Venipuncture and Capillary punctures
• Perform Stat Draws with efficiency and accuracy
• Handle specimen collection with accuracy and care, adhering to established best practices.
• Follow all applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure sample quality and patient comfort.
• Collect other specimens according to established procedures. This includes, but not limited to:
• Drug screens,
• Biometric screening
• Insurance exams.
• Prepare specimens as per test requirements including but not limited to:
• Labeling
• Centrifuging
• Aliquoting
• Freezing
• Preparing samples for transport
• Follow specific test requirements carefully to ensure sample integrity and accurate processing for analysis.
• Collect payments as required, maintaining professionalism and following corporate policies for payment processing.
• Follow all health and safety protocols meticulously per each healthcare facility visited to maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized work environment. This includes compliance with, but not limited to:
• Infection control standards.
• Proper handling and disposal of biohazard materials.
• Adherence to lab safety guidelines.
• Assist in compiling and submitting data and statistics as required by management.
• Maintain all necessary phlebotomy logs, including maintenance and temperature logs, by completing entries promptly and according to their designated frequency (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.).
• Uphold strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information, including patient data and proprietary information, in compliance with HIPAA and other privacy regulations.
• Responsible for maintaining and accurately logging hours worked through company HRIS portal
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Supports ongoing changes in a professional manner, contribute to a positive work environment and to the team effort of the laboratory.

Requirements

Minimum Educational Requirements

Certified Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Phlebotomy Certification required.

Minimum Experience Required

One year of experience in phlebotomy, preferably working in a laboratory or hospital environment.

Skills Required

Knowledge and Proficiency of Phlebotomy Techniques, Laboratory Science Competence, Lab Compliance Adherence, Lab Safety Awareness, Record-Keeping and Documentation

Professional Certifications or Licenses

Phlebotomy Certification. HIPAA.