Phlebotomist

Suncoast Community Health Centers, Inc.; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Suncoast Community Health Centers, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to perform venous and capillary blood collection for patients of all ages, ensuring accuracy and minimal discomfort.

You will label and prepare specimens for in-house tests and reference labs, while maintaining privacy-compliant records. The role requires adherence to nursing policies, proper QA participation, and collaboration with nurses, physicians, and lab staff to ensure high-quality patient care across centers in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Phlebotomist certification or diploma is required.
• BLS is required within three months of hire and maintain in current status.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy (venous and capillary) on patients of all ages, including adults, children, and infants, providing accurate and efficient collection while minimizing discomfort.
• Assess patient conditions and identify appropriate sites for blood collection based on patient anatomy and safety protocols.
• Label and prepare specimens for in-house testing and shipment to reference labs.
• Enter data and accession specimens for reference laboratories, maintaining organized records that comply with privacy regulations.
• Perform approved waived testing as per Clinical Nursing Policies, ensuring safety and quality standards.
• Report abnormal results to the ordering provider and read back verbal results from reference labs for accuracy.
• Maintain documentation for laboratory logs and ensure timely filing of reports and reconciliation.
• Ensure department duties comply with SCHC policies and procedures.
• Report faulty equipment, abnormal results, or tests not performed to appropriate personnel promptly.
• Operate and maintain phlebotomy equipment; ensure tools are sterile and functioning, report issues.
• Greet patients, explain procedures clearly, and address questions to ensure a positive experience.
• Assist patients with forms during blood collection.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and laboratory personnel for patient care.
• Assist in training new laboratory personnel and students on phlebotomy and specimen handling.
• Participate in QA activities, tracking data related to blood collection and lab performance.
• Perform additional tasks as needed to support centers.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

ICD-10 CPT familiarity

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy certification

Tools

EMR systems

Phlebotomy equipment

Job description

• Perform phlebotomy (both venous and capillary) on patients of all ages, including adults, children, and infants, providing accurate and efficient collection while minimizing discomfort.
• Assess patient conditions and identify appropriate sites for blood collection based on patient anatomy and safety protocols.
• Label and prepare specimens accurately for in-house testing and shipment to reference labs, ensuring all samples are properly identified and documented.
• Enter data and accession specimens for reference laboratories, maintaining organized records that comply with privacy regulations.
• Perform approved waived testing as per Clinical Nursing Policies, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Report abnormal results to the ordering provider and, when receiving verbal results from reference labs, read back results to confirm accuracy before notifying the provider.
• Maintain proper documentation for laboratory logs, following policy N-180, and ensure filing of reports and reconciliation is completed accurately and timely.
• Ensure that laboratory department beginning and end of day duties comply with SCHC policies and procedures.
• Report any faulty equipment, abnormal results, or tests that were not performed to the appropriate personnel promptly.
• Operate and maintain phlebotomy equipment, ensuring all tools are sterile and functioning properly. Report any equipment malfunctions, supply shortages, or increased usage trends to the appropriate personnel.
• Greet patients warmly, explain procedures clearly, and address any questions or concerns to ensure a positive experience.
• Assist patients with any forms or documentation required during the blood collection process.
• Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, physicians, and laboratory personnel, to ensure effective patient care and communication.
• Assist in the training of new laboratory personnel and students, sharing knowledge of best practices and protocols in phlebotomy and specimen handling.
• Participate in quality assurance (QA) activities, tracking and recording statistical data related to blood collection and laboratory performance.
• Perform additional tasks as needed to support the centers.

PHLEBOTOMIST

FLSA: NON-EXEMPT

Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy (both venous and capillary) on patients of all ages, including adults, children, and infants, providing accurate and efficient collection while minimizing discomfort.
• Assess patient conditions and identify appropriate sites for blood collection based on patient anatomy and safety protocols.
• Label and prepare specimens accurately for in-house testing and shipment to reference labs, ensuring all samples are properly identified and documented.
• Enter data and accession specimens for reference laboratories, maintaining organized records that comply with privacy regulations.
• Perform approved waived testing as per Clinical Nursing Policies, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Report abnormal results to the ordering provider and, when receiving verbal results from reference labs, read back results to confirm accuracy before notifying the provider.
• Maintain proper documentation for laboratory logs, following policy N-180, and ensure filing of reports and reconciliation is completed accurately and timely.
• Ensure that laboratory department beginning and end of day duties comply with SCHC policies and procedures.
• Report any faulty equipment, abnormal results, or tests that were not performed to the appropriate personnel promptly.
• Operate and maintain phlebotomy equipment, ensuring all tools are sterile and functioning properly. Report any equipment malfunctions, supply shortages, or increased usage trends to the appropriate personnel.
• Greet patients warmly, explain procedures clearly, and address any questions or concerns to ensure a positive experience.
• Assist patients with any forms or documentation required during the blood collection process.
• Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, physicians, and laboratory personnel, to ensure effective patient care and communication.
• Assist in the training of new laboratory personnel and students, sharing knowledge of best practices and protocols in phlebotomy and specimen handling.
• Participate in quality assurance (QA) activities, tracking and recording statistical data related to blood collection and laboratory performance.
• Perform additional tasks as needed to support the centers.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to use office equipment, including computers, copy machines, fax machines, telephones, calculators, and more.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and related software.
• Familiar with most commonly used with ICD 10 and CPT codes.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Phlebotomist certification or diploma is required
• BLS is required within three months of hire and maintain in current status.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long durations while performing and consulting with patients.
• Ability to lift, carry, or move up to 25-50 pounds (e.g., assisting patients, handling equipment, or supplies).
• Must be able to travel to various center locations as required.