Phlebotomist

okgov; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

okgov is seeking a Phlebotomist for the Lexington Assessment and Reception Center/Medical in Oklahoma. This full-time, on-site position requires performing routine lab tasks and supporting non-technical laboratory procedures under supervision.

The ideal candidate holds a current Phlebotomist certification and has at least one year of laboratory experience. The role emphasizes accurate records, safety, and reliable specimen handling in a correctional health setting.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in laboratory work performing laboratory procedures.
• Current certification in good standing as a Phlebotomist.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine laboratory procedures such as preparation of media and basic preparation of slides and smears.
• Conducts non-technical routine laboratory tests and procedures under the direction of professional staff.
• Sets up and operates laboratory equipment in preparation for specimen examinations.
• Opens, separates, numbers and arranges specimens for laboratory examination and trace results.
• Maintains simple laboratory records and inventory for supplies and reagents.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and supplies by cleaning and maintaining quality assurance records.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with standard laboratory practice and procedures.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory procedures

Record keeping

Computer literacy

Education

Laboratory experience

Job description

Phlebotomist

Agency

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

Supervisory Organization

DOC Medical/LARC

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$45,760.00 - this salary is non-negotiable.

Location

Lexington Assessment and Reception Center/Medical

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for supporting laboratory operations, performing maintenance functions and completing non-technical routine laboratory tests and procedures under the direction of professional staff.

Typical Functions

• Performs routine laboratory procedures such as preparation of media and basic preparation of slides and smears.
• Conducts non-technical routine laboratory tests and procedures under the direction of professional staff.
• Sets up and operates laboratory equipment in preparation for specimen examinations.
• Opens, separates, numbers and arranges specimens for laboratory examination and trace results.
• Maintains simple laboratory records and inventory for supplies and reagents.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and supplies by cleaning and maintaining quality assurance records.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with standard laboratory practice and procedures.

Level Descriptor

This is the career level where incumbents are fully qualified to perform a variety of routine laboratory tests and procedures using standard testing procedures and assists more experienced personnel in performing more complex testing procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the maintenance of routine records and reports; and of elementary laboratory techniques and safety precautions.

Ability is required to perform basic laboratory tasks; to keep specimens properly marked; to maintain adequate written laboratory records; and to utilize a computer.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of one year of experience in laboratory work performing laboratory procedures; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one college-level laboratory science course for each six months of the required experience.

Special Requirements

A current certification in good standing as a Phlebotomist is required.

Work Arrangement

This is an on-site position and is not eligible for remote work.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.