Phlebotomist

Erlanger Health System; Germantown (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify in Germantown, TN is seeking a phlebotomist to draw blood for medical tests. You will verify patient identity, label samples, and enter patient information into the database while maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

The role requires a high school diploma (associate degree preferred) and CPR/de-escalation certification; prior behavioral healthcare exposure is a plus. We value empathy, professionalism, and a patient‑first approach.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Experience in behavioral healthcare setting with knowledge of patient populations preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available).
• Professional certification preferred and required in some states.

Responsibilities

• Draw blood from patients and donors.
• Verify patient identity to ensure proper labeling of samples.
• Label drawn blood for testing and processing.
• Enter patient information into the database.
• Keep work areas clean and sanitary.
• Provide empathetic and professional care, addressing patient needs and complaints.

Skills

Empathy

Attention to detail

Patient communication

Safety-conscious

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Draw blood that is used for different kinds of medical laboratory testing.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Draw blood from patients and blood donors.
• Verify patient/donor identity to ensure proper labeling of the blood sample.
• Label the drawn blood for testing and processing.
• Enter patient information into database.
• Assemble and maintain medical instruments such as needles, test tubes and blood vials.
• Keep work areas clean and sanitary.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree preferred.
• Previous experience in behavioral healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Professional certification preferred and required in some states.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:

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While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

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