Phlebotomist

vTech Solution; Town of Montana (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

vTech Solution in Wisconsin seeks a Phlebotomist to collect blood specimens from outpatients using venipuncture, capillary puncture, or incision techniques, ensuring patient safety and proper procedure.

The role includes transporting specimens to lab, maintaining records, and supporting medical technology students with phlebotomy education; shifts may vary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a hospital or laboratory setting.
• Phlebotomy or medical assisting certification.
• Knowledge of venipuncture, capillary puncture, and specimen handling protocols.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and manage appointment schedules.
• Strong communication skills for teaching and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens from patients using venipuncture, capillary puncture, or incision techniques.
• Provide phlebotomy services to outpatients following physician orders.
• Enter data related to blood specimens into computer databases and maintain appointment schedules.
• Record and file patient test results and maintain work-related statistics.
• Supervise, teach, and support medical technology students in phlebotomy theories and techniques.
• Design and implement formal and informal phlebotomy instruction programs.
• Attend and/or present hospital in-service education programs.
• Maintain proper inventory of supplies and materials for blood specimen collection.
• Participate in laboratory functions, including occasional shift substitutions and prolonged shifts.
• Perform other related duties as required or directed.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Communication

Record keeping

Teaching/education

Laboratory knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary:

The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting blood specimens from outpatients using venipuncture, capillary puncture, or incision techniques, ensuring patient safety and adherence to established protocols. This role involves transporting specimens to laboratory departments, maintaining accurate records, providing phlebotomy education to medical technology students, and performing related clerical duties. The Phlebotomist supports laboratory operations and may work varied shifts as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Collect blood specimens from patients using venipuncture, capillary puncture, or incision techniques.
• Provide phlebotomy services to outpatients following physician orders.
• Enter data related to blood specimens into computer databases and maintain appointment schedules.
• Record and file patient test results and maintain work-related statistics.
• Supervise, teach, and support medical technology students in phlebotomy theories and techniques.
• Design and implement formal and informal phlebotomy instruction programs.
• Attend and/or present hospital in-service education programs.
• Maintain proper inventory of supplies and materials for blood specimen collection.
• Participate in laboratory functions, including occasional shift substitutions and prolonged shifts.
• Perform other related duties as required or directed.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a hospital or laboratory setting.
• Phlebotomy or medical assisting certification.
• Knowledge of venipuncture, capillary puncture, and specimen handling protocols.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and manage appointment schedules.
• Strong communication skills for teaching and collaboration.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience in conducting in-service education or training programs.
• Familiarity with laboratory inventory management.
• Ability to work prolonged or substituted shifts as needed.

Special Considerations:

• Must adhere strictly to patient safety and specimen collection protocols.
• May be required to work occasional substitution shifts or prolonged hours.
• Work environment is outpatient laboratory setting with direct patient interaction.

Scheduling:

• Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
• One-hour lunch break from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
• Shift assignments may occasionally vary for substitution or extended coverage.