Phlebotomist 6131

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC; Elkin (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC is seeking a Phlebotomist for a contract assignment in Elkin, NC. This role requires accuracy in blood collection, specimen labeling, and timely data entry to support patient care.

The position runs Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with an estimated duration of three months. A valid phlebotomy certification and at least six months of venipuncture experience are required.

Qualifications

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states.
• Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws and label specimens.
• Centrifuge specimens and maintain data records.
• Explain venipuncture procedures clearly to patients.
• Package specimens for transport and store at required temperatures.
• Follow OSHA and DEP regulations and participate in trainings.
• Answer telephone inquiries and read results to satisfy inquiries.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Education

Phlebotomy certification (state)

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This is a contract job opportunity

Position: Phlebotomist 6131

Location: Elkin, NC

Schedule: M-F 8a-5p

Projected duration: 3 months

Job code: CVDJP00036131

benefits are available

1+ year of phlebotomy experience required

Summary:

The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, trouble shooting, training and making work flow recommendations.

Position Responsibilities:

Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc. Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures. Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required. Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles. Fully understand all of the physicians' orders. Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order. Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct. Package specimens for transport. Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen. Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations. Attend annual department trainings. Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states. Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. High School Diploma or GED