Phlebotomist

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc.; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education

Medical Benefits

403B Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services in Tupelo, MS, is seeking a Phlebotomist to join our laboratory team. The role involves collecting venipuncture and capillary blood samples, transporting specimens and supplies, and ensuring proper labeling and processing in accordance with regulatory standards.

You will work with nursing staff and physicians, maintain equipment and LIS documentation, and support quality control and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Proficient computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel); required
• Good organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills; required
• Knowledge of and appropriate handling of biohazardous specimens; required
• Strong interpersonal skills; required
• Prioritize and organize specimen procurement requests

Responsibilities

• Accurately reports point of care testing results in timely manner.
• Accurately performs point of care quality control.
• Accurately documents all necessary information on patient specimen tubes/containers and in Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Assist with maintaining inventory related to specimen processing.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Biohazardous specimen handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We believe a career is more than just a career - it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Phlebotomist at North Mississippi Health Services plays a critical role in the collection and transportation of lab specimens. This role ensures the accurate and efficient transport of lab-related supplies, equipment, and specimens while adhering to regulatory guidelines and safety standards. The phlebotomist is responsible for proper specimen handling, processing, and conducting venipunctures, finger sticks, and other procedures on various patient populations.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Distribution and Transportation

• Accurately and efficiently transports lab-related supplies, equipment and specimens.
• Transport specimens in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Responsible for maintenance and appearance of assigned specimen processing vehicles.
• Abides all laws and regulations while driving assigned vehicle.

Specimen Handling & Processing

• Properly identifies patients and collects specimens in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Processes specimens and accurately applies appropriate barcode labels prior to delivery to specific lab departments for testing.
• Performs venipunctures, finger sticks, heel sticks, assists physician with bone marrow collection, point of care glucose and iSTAT testing in compliance with regulatory guidelines on all applicable patient populations at facility and area nursing homes.

Communication

• Accurately and efficiently address/respond to inquiries concerning specimen processing. Customer Service.
• Answer telephone in an polite and efficient manner.

Employee Relations

• Works as part of a team with all Pathology and NMHS employees.

Reporting/Recordkeeping

• Accurately reports point of care testing results in timely manner.
• Accurately performs point of care quality control.
• Accurately documents all necessary information on patient specimen tubes/containers and in Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Assist with maintaining inventory related to specimen processing.

Regulation

• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
• Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.
• Adheres to OSHA, CLIA, CAP & CLSI standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent . Required

Licenses and Certifications

• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State
• ASCP - Medical Technologist

Work Experience

• 1-3 years

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Proficient computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel); required
• Good organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills; required
• Knowledge of and appropriate handling of biohazardous specimens; required
• Strong interpersonal skills; required
• Prioritize and organize specimen procurement requests
• Provides excellent service to internal and external customers
• Efficiently and accurately provide assistance to customers
• Must have extensive contact with: Laboratory and hospital staff (including physicians)
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve

Physical Demands

• Standing. Frequently
• Walking. Frequently
• Sitting. Occassionally
• Lifting/Carrying. Frequently 50 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling. FrequentlyClimbing. Occassionally
• Balancing. Occassionally
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Frequently
• Reaching/Over Head Work. Occassionally
• Grasping. Frequently
• Speaking. Frequently
• Hearing. Constantly
• Repetitive Motions. Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently

Benefits A****vailable

• Continuing Education
• 403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions
• Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance
• Wellness Programs and Incentives
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical Benefits
• License+ Certification Reimbursement
• Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Employee Discount Program
• Other:
• Early Access to Earned Wages
• Tuition Assistance
• Relocation Assistance
• Paid Time Away
• Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers

Requirements

The following are requirements in addition to any stated in the above description.

Licenses

You must have the following licenses to apply:

Regular Drivers License

Education

You must have the following education to apply:

You must have a High School Diploma or GED or higher