Phlebotomist - Central Lab Collections - FT

ummc; Missouri; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UMMC is seeking a Phlebotomist for the Central Lab Collections to perform venipuncture and collect/process blood specimens supporting laboratory procedures. The role may involve call coverage at the department's discretion and requires adherence to clinical protocols.

The position provides exposure to diverse specimen handling tasks and a clear path within a dynamic laboratory setting at the Main Campus Jackson.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred (listed boards).
• Knowledge of blood processing and handling procedures.
• Ability to perform standard phlebotomy procedures and techniques.
• Ability to maintain documents and records.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine blood draws using standard equipment.
• Interacts with patients to explain procedures and ease fears.
• Prepares, processes, labels, and stores specimens per procedures.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Performs quality control to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Follows safety, infection control and environmental standards.

Skills

Blood handling procedures

Infection control

Patient communication

Phlebotomy techniques

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Phlebotomy certifications (ASCP; CVAS; ASPT; NHA; NCCT; ACAH; Medical2; NPS; AMT)

Job description

After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.

Thank you,

Human Resources

Job Requisition ID:

R00052136

Job Category:

Allied Health

Organization:

Collections

Location/s:

Main Campus Jackson

Job Title:

Phlebotomist - Central Lab Collections - FT

Job Summary:

To perform a variety of venipuncture techniques and collect and process blood specimens from patients in support of laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. This job profile may require call subject to the department's discretion.

Education & Experience

• Education and Experience Required: High School Diploma/GED
• Certifications, Licenses, or Registration required: N/A
• Preferred Qualifications: Phlebotomist Certification from a Nationally Recognized Board/Agency:ASCP; or CVAS-Certified Venous Access Specialist; or ASPT-American Society Phlebotomist Technician; or NHA-National Healthcareer Association; or NCCT-Phlebotomy National Center for Competency Testing; or ACAH-American Certification Agency for Healthcare Professionals; or Medical2; or NPA-National Phlebotomy Association; or Phlebotomy Technician from MedCA, or Becksford, or AMT-American Medical Technologists, or NPS-National Performance Specialist, AAH- American Allied Health,or NHOC-National Healthcare Organization Certification certifications.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of blood processing and handling procedures. Knowledge of relevant clinical and patient care regulations, policies,procedures, and standards. Knowledge of infection control and sterile procedures. Interpersonal skills to allay pay patient fears and interact with staff. Ability to perform standard phlebotomy procedures and techniques. Ability to comply with clinical protocol, specifications, and procedures. Ability to complete and maintain documents and records.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of routine blood drawing procedures, using standard equipment such as vaccutainer tubes and sleeves, tourniquets, syringes, and butterfly needles.
• Confers with patient to obtain information for laboratory records, explains procedures, allays fears, and elicits cooperation.
• Prepares, processes, labels, and stores patient specimens and samples according to established procedures.
• Maintains inventory of supplies; stocks supplies on carts and hand trays.
• Performs quality control procedures to maintain compliance with applicable regulations.
• Complies with safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards and practices.
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Requires occasional bending, occasional lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, occasional climbing, occasional crawling, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional kneeling, occasional pushing/pulling, occasional reaching, occasional sitting, constant standing, occasional twisting, and occasional walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)

Time Type:

FLSA Designation/Job Exempt:

No

Pay Class:

Hourly

FTE %:

100

Work Shift:

Benefits Eligibility:

Grant Funded:

Job Posting Date:

09/15/2026

Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):