Phlebotomist I

Mindlance; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector, Mindlance, is seeking a Phlebotomist to join their team in Philadelphia. This role requires expertise in blood collection procedures, compliance with safety regulations, and proficiency in handling specimens. Ideal candidates must possess a Phlebotomy certification and a minimum of six months of experience in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about patient care and laboratory operations, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures.
• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state of employment.
• Experience in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing various assigned duties and troubleshooting.
• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
• Explain the venipuncture process clearly to patients.

Skills

Blood draws

Labeling specimens

Centrifuging specimens

Updating patient information

Understanding physicians' orders

Compliance with OSHA regulations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Phlebotomy certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Summary: The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, trouble shooting, training and making work flow recommendations.

Position Responsibilities: Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc. Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures. Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required. Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles. Fully understand all of the physicians' orders. Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order. Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct. Package specimens for transport. Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen. Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations. Attend annual department trainings. Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

Minimum Qualifications: Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states. Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. High School Diploma or GED 0-2 years of experience

EEO:

“Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.”