Phlebotomist

Memorial Physician Practices; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Tuition assistance and 401(k) plan

Job summary

Paris Regional Medical Center is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform venipunctures and skin punctures on hospital patients, review lab results, and assist in specimen collection including blood cultures. The role emphasizes accurate patient care and teamwork within a busy clinical setting.

Applicants should have formal phlebotomy training, and certification is preferred. The position is full-time with day shifts at the Paris Regional Medical Center facility.

Qualifications

• Formal phlebotomy training required by state or organization.
• Certification in phlebotomy or Medical Assistant preferred.
• Six months or more phlebotomy experience if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and skin punctures on hospital patients.
• Assist in reviewing lab results and alert Charge Nurse or Director of Nursing as needed.
• Collect blood specimens including blood cultures.
• Collaborate with lab and nursing staff to ensure proper specimen handling.

Skills

Venipunctures

Skin punctures

Lab result review

Blood culture awareness

Education

Formal Phlebotomy training

Certification preferred

Job description

Facility Name: Paris Regional Medical Center

Schedule: Full-Time Days

Your experience matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Phlebotomist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Through a history of successful joint-venture partnerships and management agreements, Lifepoint Rehabilitation works with hospitals to more effectively meet the needs of their patients, maintain employee satisfaction and generate long-term quality outcomes for their entire organization. Weare fully dedicated to our partners and delivering on the promise made to patients.

How you'll contribute

A Phlebotomist who excels in this role:

• Perform venipunctures and skin punctures on hospital patients.
• Assists in reviewing lab results and alerts Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor or Director of Nursing as needed.
• Responsibilities include blood specimen collection including blood cultures.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - withmedical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should be a high school graduate or equivalent. Additional requirements include:

• Formal Phlebotomy training as required by state.
• Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy certification preferred and valid state Clinical Lab Scientists as required by state.
• Six (6) months acute phlebotomy experience or one (1) year experience as a medical assistant performing venipuncture or one (1) year outpatient lab experience preferred.

EEOC Statement

Paris Regional Medical Centeris an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Paris Regional Medical Centeris committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.