Phlebotomist II

Mindlance; New Britain, Town of Vermont (CT, WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mindlance is seeking a phlebotomist to assist with blood draws, specimen labeling, centrifugation, and data entry in a hospital or lab setting. You will maintain specimen integrity, explain the venipuncture process to patients, and ensure proper handling for transport and testing.

The role requires a valid phlebotomy certification and at least 6 months’ venipuncture experience, with exposure to OSHA and DEP regulations. On-site position in a fast-paced environment with training provided.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Experience performing blood draws, labeling and centrifuging specimens, and recording maintenance data.
• Collect and store specimens per procedures and explain venipuncture clearly to patients.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders; ensure accuracy of all requisitions.
• Package specimens for transport and maintain specimen integrity per protocol and regulatory standards.
• Attend annual trainings and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations; respond to inquiries.

Skills

Venipuncture

Specimen labeling

Centrifugation

Data entry

Patient information updates

Education

Phlebotomy certification

High School Diploma or GED

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 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.