Phlebotomist II

Talentify; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify in Asheville, NC is seeking a qualified phlebotomist to assist with venipuncture, specimen collection, labeling, and routine lab duties in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate holds a valid phlebotomy certification, has at least six months' venipuncture experience, is proficient with Microsoft Office, and will follow OSHA/DEP regulations and participate in annual trainings. Excellent patient communication and accuracy with test requisitions are essential.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certification required for the state of employment.
• At least 6 months of venipuncture experience in a fast-paced lab or hospital.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws and related specimen collection procedures.
• Label, centrifuge, package, and store specimens per protocol.
• Explain the venipuncture process clearly to patients.
• Maintain accurate patient information and test requisitions.
• Follow OSHA and DEP regulations and attend annual trainings.
• Answer calls and relay laboratory results as needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy certification

Venipuncture experience

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 2-4 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.