Phlebotomist I — Patient-Centered Blood Collection

USA Health Systems; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health is seeking personnel to support specimen collection and processing in a clinical laboratory setting. The role includes patient identification, venipuncture, specimen labeling, and accurate documentation within LIS/HIS systems.

Attention to detail, strong communication, and ability to work with diverse patient populations are essential. Regular attendance and flexibility with schedules are required to maintain efficient lab operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.
• Regular and prompt attendance; ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Positively identifies patients prior to specimen collection using approved electronic patient identification (PPID) processes.
• Collects blood specimens from inpatient and outpatient populations via venipuncture and microcollection techniques.
• Performs routine, timed, and STAT specimen collections with minimal delay.
• Selects correct collection containers and ensures specimen integrity.
• Labels specimens accurately and verifies completeness of collections.
• Operates Laboratory Information System (LIS) and Hospital Information System (HIS).
• Accesses and accurately maintains electronic and paper medical records.
• Communicates professionally and effectively with physicians, nurses, patients, families, and healthcare teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

USA Health is seeking personnel to support specimen collection and processing in a clinical laboratory setting. The role includes patient identification, venipuncture, specimen labeling, and accurate documentation within LIS/HIS systems.

Attention to detail, strong communication, and ability to work with diverse patient populations are essential. Regular attendance and flexibility with schedules are required to maintain efficient lab operations.