Phlebotomist (Full-time, Monday - Friday, 12:00pm-8:30pm)

StartupNWA; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Fayetteville health system is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform venipuncture, label and transport specimens, and support the laboratory team. You will ensure patient safety, proper identification, and accurate documentation in the LIS.

Training on equipment and compliance with HIPAA and infection control is provided; prior hospital phlebotomy experience is preferred. High school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous acute hospital phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Ability to identify patients and collect specimens accurately.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Greet and identify patients using proper identifiers.
• Perform venipuncture and dermal skin specimen collections.
• Label specimens correctly for transport and blood banking.
• Prepare specimens for transport to the laboratory.
• Maintain phlebotomy equipment and troubleshoot issues.
• Document specimen data in the laboratory information system.
• Comply with HIPAA and infection control guidelines.
• Collaborate with nursing, laboratory staff and medical personnel.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient interaction

Venipuncture

Lab teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Phlebotomy equipment

Job description

Education LevelHigh School Diploma or GEDOur mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,200+ team members and serve the region with over 40 clinic locations, the region's only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the;;;; and. The role of the Phlebotomist reports to the Laboratory Supervisor. This position is responsible for ensuring the proper collection, labeling, and transporting of blood and other patient specimens. This position interacts closely with laboratory staff, patients, nursing, and medical personnel in the collection of specimens.* Ensure patient is greeted and properly identified using the proper identifiers* Perform proper venipuncture procedures and dermal skin specimen collections, therapeutic phlebotomy, and collect blood cultures utilizing aseptic technique* Adhere to proper labelling requirements for blood banking purposes* Prepare specimens for transport to the laboratory* Assist with troubleshooting phlebotomy equipment* Document specimen related information in the laboratory information system* Clean and maintain phlebotomy equipment and reports issues to leadership, as needed* Assist with specimen processing and distribution to different laboratory departments* Comply with HIPAA and accreditation agency rules and regulations* Follow safety and infection control guidelines* Communicate effectively with internal and external customers* Assist with other duties, as assigned**Education:** High school diploma or GED**Experience: P**revious experience in an acute hospital setting or phlebotomy role, preferred.