Phlebotomist & Lab Operations Specialist

Kent Hospital; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Hospital, part of Care New England Health System, seeks a phlebotomy/clerical support professional to perform essential administrative duties in conjunction with reference laboratories and to assist in phlebotomy procedures as needed with certification current.

Responsibilities include processing lab samples, data entry into LIS, preparing specimens, and supporting staff with inquiries while maintaining a clean and compliant work environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a biological science or related field is required.
• Familiarity with laboratory terminology, sample handling, and LIS is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process incoming laboratory samples with proper ID, labeling, and documentation.
• Enter patient data, test requests, and results into LIS promptly and accurately.
• Research test orders and update protocols as needed in collaboration with supervisors.
• Prepare samples for testing (centrifugation, aliquoting, labeling).
• Assist staff in locating/retrieving samples and results for analysis.
• Support resolution of sample/test inquiries from staff, providers, and clients.
• Monitor phlebotomy stations, process specimens, handle add-ons and stat orders.
• Maintain work area and order supplies.
• Cover inpatient phlebotomy if certified/competent.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Interpersonal communication

multitasking

Education

Associate degree in biological science or related field

High school diploma with phlebotomy certification or training

Tools

LIS (Laboratory Information Systems)

Job description

Kent Hospital, part of Care New England Health System, seeks a phlebotomy/clerical support professional to perform essential administrative duties in conjunction with reference laboratories and to assist in phlebotomy procedures as needed with certification current.

Responsibilities include processing lab samples, data entry into LIS, preparing specimens, and supporting staff with inquiries while maintaining a clean and compliant work environment.