Phlebotomist Full time Mon - Sun 1:30 pm - 10 pm w / rotating weekend some holidays (6258)

Regional One Health; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional One Health is seeking a phlebotomy technician to obtain and prepare blood specimens, perform routine tests, and transport samples to the proper laboratories. You will work evening shifts and provide compassionate care at the patient bedside.

The role requires phlebotomy training or Lab Liaison Technician certification, and a minimum of 1 year of hospital-based blood collection experience, with a focus on patient safety and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an approved Lab Liaison Technician or Phlebotomy Technician training program required.
• Qualified to work with neonate, infant, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric patient populations as assigned.
• At least 1 year blood collection/phlebotomy experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and prepares specimens and performs tests per department policies and safety standards.
• Verifies patient identification and labels specimens according to policy.
• Transports specimens and test requests to appropriate labs.
• Visits patients bedside to collect blood specimens and assure patient comfort.
• Maintains confidentiality and HIPAA compliance in all tasks.
• Maintains equipment, records and supplies for the laboratory.
• Provides coverage for nights, weekends and holidays to ensure continuous lab coverage.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Lab Liaison Technician or Phlebotomy Technician training program

Pediatric/Adult/Geriatric patient care experience

1 year blood collection/phlebotomy experience in hospital setting

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: General Service Lab - Memphis, TN 38103, Position Type: Full Time, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Evening, Job Category: Laboratory Services,

JOB SUMMARY

Obtains blood/specimen samples and performs various screening tests. Collects venous, capillary and micro specimens from patients; prepares and transports specimens and test requests to appropriate laboratories.

Key Job Responsibilities

Essential Function

Obtains and prepares specimens and performs tests in accordance with department policies, procedures and standards and with consideration given to risk management, infection control practices, and patient safety practices.

Performs venous, capillary, puncture and micro-sticks on inpatients and outpatients using proper techniques to prevent nerve damage, blood clots or serious bleeding.

Visits patient’s bedside to collect blood specimens.

Calms and reassures patients who are anxious or apprehensive about having blood specimen withdrawn; explains to patient why specimen is needed in order to elicit cooperation.

Verifies patient’s identification and labels on specimen according to policy.

Transports specimens and tests requests to appropriate labs.

Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide care, maintains clinical competency and meets age- specific patient needs in a caring, compassionate, and sensitive manner.

Interacts and works collaboratively in a customer responsive and courteous manner in compliance with MEDCARE standards and promoting patient/customer satisfaction.

Prepares and maintains required records, reports and files for administrative and compliance purposes.

Maintains equipment, instruments and supplies. Reports malfunction of equipment to supervisor. Maintains a clean, orderly, safe environment for patients and personnel. Assists in the evaluation of new or modified techniques and methods.

Maintains confidentiality in matters relating to patient/family, department and hospital information. Adheres to established department and organization policies (i.e. HIPAA, Confidentiality, and Compliance Policies).

Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements. Responds to problems/opportunities to improve work environment and participates in unit based performance improvement activities.

Provides support and clinical assistance to nursing, laboratory and other departments as needed. Assists in the orientation and supervision of new staff members and students when they provide patient care, treatment and services as part of their training

Provides coverage for relief and absences. Demonstrates flexibility to work nights, weekends and holidays to provide continuous laboratory coverage as required.

Physical Demands

Physical Demand
N/A
Rarely
Occasionally
Frequently
Constantly
Weight
Standing
X
Walking
X
Sitting
X
Lifting
X
Carrying
X
Pushing
X
Pulling
X
Climbing
X
Balancing
X
Stooping
X
Kneeling
X
Crouching
X
Crawling
X
Reaching
X
Handling
X
Grasping
X
Feeling
X
Talking
X
Hearing
X
Repetitive Motions
X
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
X

Qualifications

Education

Education Level

Education Details

Required/ Preferred

High School Diploma

or equivalent

Required

and

Completion of an approved Lab Liaison Technician or Phlebotomy Technician training program

Required

and

Qualified by education, training or experience to work with the neonate, infant, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric patient population as specialty assignment dictates

Required

Work Experience

Experience

Experience Details

Required/ Preferred

At least 1 year experience

blood collection/phlebotomy experience in a hospital setting

Preferred