Phlebotomist I

Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group P C; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group P C is seeking a Phlebotomist at the Williamsburg Lab Collection Center. This full-time position involves collecting, ordering, and processing laboratory specimens, as well as billing lab orders. Candidates should have prior phlebotomy experience and relevant certifications.

The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently while maintaining effective communication with medical staff and patients.

Qualifications

• Must have prior phlebotomy experience (minimum 6 months).
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Collect, order, and process laboratory specimens.
• Accurate patient appointment scheduling.
• Perform clerical duties for Central Laboratory.

Skills

Knowledge of laboratory techniques

Skill in operating laboratory instrumentation

Communication skills

Ability to establish effective working relationships

Knowledge of appropriate medical terminology

Education

Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Phlebotomist

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Williamsburg Lab Collection Center – Williamsburg, VA 23188

Position Type: Full Time

Job Category: Clinical Support

Position Summary

The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting, ordering, and processing laboratory specimens; billing lab orders and performing clerical duties for Central Laboratory.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Accurate patient appointment scheduling.
• Accurate patient check‑in and demographic data entry in NextGen computer system.
• Collect acceptable specimens ordered by TPMG or non‑TPMG physicians for testing at Central Laboratory and/or other reference laboratories.
• Accurate specimen ordering and post‑collection management in lab computer and NextGen systems.
• Accurate billing of specimens collected.
• Review appropriate reports to ensure billing accuracy.
• Specimen reconciliation to ensure orders have been resulted to Electronic Health Records (EHR) system.
• Waived specimen testing and reporting as appropriate.
• Process patient specimens for delivery to Central Laboratory or other laboratories as appropriate.
• Process specimens collected at other sites for delivery to Central Lab.
• Work effectively without daily supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Knowledge of laboratory techniques to perform routine laboratory tests.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to operate, clean and sterilize.
• Knowledge of appropriate medical terminology to communicate with medical and laboratory staff.
• Skill in operating a variety of laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Skill in proper reporting of laboratory tests.
• Skill in communicating clearly with diverse publics.
• Skill in use of electronic medical record as appropriate.
• Skill in appropriately billing orders collected.
• Ability to work scheduled hours as defined in the job offer.
• Ability to work in multiple computer systems effectively.
• Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
• Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions and follow written protocols.
• Ability to work independently.

Education / Training / Requirements

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA, CCMA, NRCMA, CCMA, or RMA) or Certified Phlebotomist.
• Prior phlebotomy experience required. Minimum 6 months.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk for periods of time.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to climb or balance for limited periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally reach, bend, stoop and lift up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to grasp and hold up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to hear normal voice level communications in person or through the telephone.
• Ability to speak clearly and understandably.
• Ability to smell.

Success Factors

• Alignment with Company Mission and Core Values
• Excellent Time Management/Organized
• Open Communication/Positive
• Goal Driven
• Excellent Customer Service
• Juggles Multiple Priorities
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail

All statements are essential functions of the position unless identified as non‑essential by an asterisk (*).