Phlebotomist

Optima Medical Ltd; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits (medical/vision/dental/401k/)

Job summary

Optima Medical in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking a Phlebotomist to join our patient-focused laboratory team. The role performs venipuncture, specimen handling, and accurate documentation to support quality care across our network.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of phlebotomy experience, EMR familiarity (eClinicalWorks preferred), and strong communication and customer-service skills to reassure patients throughout specimen collection.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of phlebotomy experience in a clinical or healthcare setting.
• Phlebotomy certification required.
• At least 1 year of EMR experience (eClinicalWorks preferred).
• Strong knowledge of specimen collection, handling, and processing.
• Professional demeanor with excellent communication and patient service skills.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection procedures accurately and efficiently.
• Verify patient identity and ensure proper specimen labeling and documentation.
• Process, prepare, and transport laboratory specimens according to established protocols.
• Maintain patient comfort and provide excellent customer service during specimen collection.
• Follow infection control, safety, and quality assurance procedures.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring cleanliness and proper inventory levels.
• Record patient information and collection details accurately within the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Assist with point-of-care testing and other laboratory-related duties as assigned.
• Collaborate with providers and clinical staff to support quality patient care.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EMR experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

eClinicalWorks EMR

Job description

About Optima Medical:

Optima Medical is an Arizona-based medical group consisting of 34 locations and 150+ medical providers, who care for more than 200,000 patients. Our mission is to improve the quality of life throughout Arizona and Nevada by helping communities “Live Better, Live Longer” through personalized healthcare, with a focus on preventing the nation’s top leading causes of death. We go beyond primary care with a full spectrum of services including cardiovascular health services, behavioral health, allergy testing and immunotherapy, in-house lab testing, imaging, chronic disease management and other specialty health services. We aspire to aid the growth of our company by welcoming the most qualified and deserving candidates aboard.

• Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection procedures accurately and efficiently.
• Verify patient identity and ensure proper specimen labeling and documentation.
• Process, prepare, and transport laboratory specimens according to established protocols.
• Maintain patient comfort and provide excellent customer service during specimen collection.
• Follow infection control, safety, and quality assurance procedures.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring cleanliness and proper inventory levels.
• Record patient information and collection details accurately within the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Assist with point-of-care testing and other laboratory-related duties as assigned.
• Collaborate with providers and clinical staff to support quality patient care.

Phlebotomist Job Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience as a Phlebotomist in a clinical, laboratory, or healthcare setting.
• Phlebotomy certification required (CPT, PBT, or equivalent preferred).
• At least 1 year of EMR experience; eClinicalWorks preferred.
• Strong knowledge of specimen collection, handling, and processing procedures.
• High level of professionalism and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service and patient care skills.
• Must have a High School diploma or GED equivalent.

Why join our team?

• Leadership and mentoring
• Resources to further career
• Benefits (medical/vision/dental/401k/paid holidays)
• Supportive and positive work environment