Phlebotomist

Florida-Health-Care-Plans; Ormond Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida-Health-Care-Plans seeks a Phlebotomist to identify optimal specimen collection methods and prepare samples for laboratory testing. The role includes performing screening procedures and ensuring accurate results with attention to patient care.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR within 90 days, and strong English communication. Experience with diverse age groups (neonatal to geriatric) is preferred, with a focus on calm, independent work in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year phlebotomy experience or six months with a phlebotomy diploma required.
• CPR certification required within 90 days of employment.
• Clear English communication skills both written and oral required.
• Filing, typing and computer skills required.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
• Excellent patient interaction skills both in person and by telephone.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Previous phlebotomy experience with newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify the best method for retrieving specimens.
• Prepare specimens for laboratory testing.
• Perform screening procedures.

Skills

English communication

Filing

Typing

Computer skills

Calm under pressure

Patient interaction

Attention to detail

Independent work

Phlebotomy experience (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy diploma

Job description

A Phlebotomist serves patients/members by identifying the best method for retrieving specimens; preparing specimens for laboratory testing; performing screening procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, skills and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• One-year experience as a phlebotomist in a medical facility required, OR a minimum of six months experience as a phlebotomist in a medical facility accompanied by a diploma in Phlebotomy required
• CPR certification required within 90 days of employment
• Clear English communication skills both written and oral required
• Filing, typing and computer skills required.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
• Excellent patient interaction skills both in person and by telephone
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently
• Previous Phlebotomy experience with Newborn, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric patients preferred.