Phlebotomist - Family Medicine: Compassion & Precision

ScionHealth; Livingston (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ScionHealth in Livingston, Tennessee is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform venipuncture and specimen collection procedures with careful labeling and documentation. The role supports lab testing, maintains clean work areas, and adheres to infection control protocols while interacting professionally with patients and staff.

Responsibilities include specimen handling, LIS documentation, and providing patient instructions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program preferred.
• Phlebotomy Certification preferred; BLS Certification within facility policy timeframe.
• Six months of acute care phlebotomy experience or one year in outpatient lab preferred.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipunctures and capillary punctures to collect blood specimens as ordered.
• Properly labels, logs, and processes specimens according to laboratory protocols.
• Prepares collection trays and ensures cleanliness and restocking of work areas.
• Provides clear instructions to patients regarding collection procedures and tests.
• Documents specimen collection in the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Assists with clerical tasks including filing, data entry, and managing patient records.
• Ensures compliance with infection control and safety protocols in all patient interactions.
• Responds to inquiries from patients, staff, and other departments regarding laboratory services.
• Participates in training, quality assurance, and continuing education as required.

Skills

Phlebotomy procedures

Patient communication

Documentation accuracy

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy training program

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

ScionHealth in Livingston, Tennessee is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform venipuncture and specimen collection procedures with careful labeling and documentation. The role supports lab testing, maintains clean work areas, and adheres to infection control protocols while interacting professionally with patients and staff.

Responsibilities include specimen handling, LIS documentation, and providing patient instructions.