Phlebotomist - Little Rock Diagnostic Clinic

EngageMED, Inc.; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. in Little Rock, AR is seeking a Phlebotomist to obtain and prepare specimens for analysis and perform screening tests. You will collect blood and nonblood specimens such as urine, sputum, and throat swabs, and report results.

The role emphasizes following laboratory policies, maintaining a clean work area, and staying compliant with safety practices. On-the-job training will be provided; CPR certification is preferred and strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• Experience or education in health-related field helpful.
• Good communication and safety-practices adherence are essential.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood specimens and collect nonblood specimens such as urine, sputum, and throat swabs for laboratory testing.
• Perform screening tests and report results.
• Process specimens to prepare them for laboratory testing.
• Prepare specimens for reference laboratory dispatch and testing.
• Resolve ambiguous and/or unusual test orders by contacting the physician, pathologist, nursing station, or reference laboratory.
• Maintain a neat, clean work area and restock daily supplies.
• Attend regular department staff meetings and in-service training.

Skills

Good communication skills

Medical terminology knowledge

CPR certification preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department: ClinicalFLSA Status: Non-ExemptReports To: Clinic ManagerJOB SUMMARY:The Phlebotomist will obtain and prepare specimens for analysis and perform various screening tests.Supervisory Responsibilities:NoneSafety Sensitive Role:YesDuties/Responsibilities:Obtains blood specimens and collects nonblood specimens such as urine, sputum, and throat swabs for laboratory testing.Performs screening tests and reports results.Processes specimens to prepare them for laboratory testing. Prepares specimens for reference laboratory dispatch and testing. Resolves ambiguous and/or unusual test orders by contacting the physician of the order, pathologist, nursing station, or reference laboratory. Refers unresolved orders back to the originator for further clarification before collecting samples or processing specimens. Makes the supervisor aware of unresolved orders.Contributes to the general laboratory functions and institutional needs. Attends regular department staff meetings and in-service training. Maintains compliance with laboratory and hospital policies and procedures, and safety practices. Keeps work area neat and clean and restocks daily supplies.Required Skills/Abilities:Must satisfactorily complete the on-the-job training provided by the Phlebotomy/Accession Lab Supervisor during a probationary period unless extension is granted by the laboratory manager.Good communication skills.Knowledge of medical terminology and certification for CPR preferred.Education and Experience:High school diploma or the equivalent.Previous experience or education in a health-related field helpful.Phlebotomy certification preferred.Physical Requirements:Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Ability to move 30 to 40 pounds to stock supplies and move or support patients.DisclaimersThis job description reflects EngageMED’s assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Critical features of this job are listed above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.