Phlebotomist, Full Time, Days, Family Medicine

Livingston Regional Hospital; Livingston (TN); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

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.

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Phlebotomy procedures

Patient communication

Documentation accuracy

Infection control

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy training program

Herramientas

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Descripción del empleo

Description

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

The Phlebotomist is responsible for performing venipunctures and related specimen collection tasks, ensuring accurate labeling and documentation. This role involves preparing specimens for laboratory testing, maintaining work areas, and adhering to infection control protocols. The Phlebotomist interacts with patients professionally and provides accurate information regarding collection procedures.

Essential Functions

• 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 the cleanliness and restocking of work areas
• Provides clear instructions to patients regarding collection procedures and tests
• Monitors patient condition during and after specimen collection to ensure safety
• 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

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Knowledge of specimen collection techniques, equipment, and protocols
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient interaction
• Attention to detail for accurate labeling and documentation
• Proficiency in data entry and laboratory information systems
• Ability to handle stressful situations and provide compassionate care
• Knowledge of infection control procedures and safety standards
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs in a clinical setting

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Phlebotomy Certification preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy

Experience

• Six (6) months of acute care phlebotomy experience or one (1) year experience in outpatient lab setting preferred.
• Certain facilities may require prior laboratory experience based on operational needs, staffing models, or complexity of services provided.