Phlebotomist II

Cone Health Medical Group; Reidsville (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health Medical Group is seeking a Phlebotomist II to collect and process high-quality blood specimens while ensuring precise patient identification and accurate documentation. The role supports physicians in delivering timely patient care under supervision.

Responsibilities include maintaining supplies, coordinating shift transitions, and utilizing hospital systems to meet established turnaround times.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preferred completion of Accredited Phlebotomy program.
• Preferred 6 months relevant medical or laboratory experience.
• BLS (CPR) certification from ARC or AHA Healthcare Provider is required.
• Clinical Laboratory Assistant/Medical Laboratory Assistant certification may be acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Collect high-quality blood specimens and maintain iSTAT competency for POC testing.
• Ensure precise patient identification to prevent mislabeling and transfusion errors.
• Facilitate effective communication during shift transitions.
• Maintain phlebotomy supplies and organized work area.
• Perform regular cart checks to keep supplies fresh and stocked.
• Use lab/hospital systems for accurate documentation and turnaround times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient identification

Shift-to-shift communication

Quality patient care

iSTAT competency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Accredited Phlebotomy program

Tools

iSTAT

Lab information systems (LIS)

Job description

The Phlebotomist II collects and processes high-quality blood specimens, ensuring precise patient identification and providing accurate diagnostic results. Working under direct supervision, this role is responsible for the maintenance and organization of supplies and utilizes lab/hospital systems for accurate documentation of lab activity in established turnaround times. The Phlebotomist II position plays a critical role in assisting physicians in making accurate diagnoses and delivering quality patient care.

Essential Job Function

• Collects high-quality blood specimens and maintains iSTAT competency for quality Point-of-Care (POC) testing if applicable to ensure reliable diagnostic results and support prompt patient care.
• Ensures precise patient identification, aiming for zero rejected blood bank specimens, minimal labeling errors, and no instances of misidentified patients or mislabeled specimens to prevent errors in transfusions and diagnostic tests.
• Facilitates effective communication during shift transitions to reduce the risk of errors or omissions and ensure a seamless continuum of care.
• Maintains supplies, including phlebotomy baskets, carts, workspace, and electronic/telecommunication devices to ensure efficient phlebotomy procedures, minimizing disruptions and facilitating a streamlined workflow.
• Performs regular cart checks to ensure the phlebotomy supply area is free of expired products, clean, organized, and restocked daily to contribute to efficient phlebotomy procedures.
• Utilizes lab/hospital systems for accurate documentation, including collection lists, pending logs, un-received reports, and labels, to meet established turnaround times and support efficient tracking of specimens and timely patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Required: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: Completion of Accredited Phlebotomy program.

Experience

• Preferred: 6 months relevant medical or laboratory experience.

Licensure/Certification/Listing

• Required: BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider Current Phlebotomy certification from one of the following approved agencies: ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology) ORASPT (American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians) OR NHA (National Healthcare Association). Certification as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant or Medical Laboratory Assistant by ASCP or AMT is acceptable. Current Licensed Advanced EMT/Paramedic or Certified MT/MLT (ASCP, AMT).