Phlebotomist - Night

Community Health Systems; Kirksville (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with matching

Educational Assistance

Competitive salary and comprehensive

Paid Time Off Available

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Phlebotomist for the night shift in Kirksville, MO. The role requires collecting blood specimens accurately, ensuring patient identification, and maintaining safety and regulatory standards.

You will interact professionally with patients, staff, and visitors while performing venipuncture and related duties. Responsibilities include labeling at the bedside, transporting specimens, documenting data, and supporting the lab team to meet clinical needs.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safety guidelines and infection control.
• Ability to collect blood across age groups with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipuncture and capillary collection per policy.
• Ensures positive patient identification and bedside labeling.
• Prepares, transports, and preserves specimens following safety rules.
• Explains procedures and addresses patient concerns to ensure comfort.
• Maintains equipment and workspace in a clean, compliant state.
• Documents patient and specimen information accurately in the system.
• Collects timed specimens as ordered and resolves any issues.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to coordinate specimen status.
• Adheres to all safety, regulatory, and hospital procedures.

Skills

Venipuncture

Patient identification

Specimen labeling

Safety protocols

Communication

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Job description

Phlebotomist - Night
Shift: Full-Time nights, Monday-Friday

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Educational Assistance
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off Available

Job Summary

The Phlebotomist is responsible for the proper collection of blood specimens to support accurate laboratory testing for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. This role ensures positive patient identification, timely specimen collection, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. The Phlebotomist provides exceptional patient care by maintaining professionalism and demonstrating effective communication during interactions with patients, staff, and visitors.

Essential Functions

• Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection (finger and heel sticks) in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures to ensure accurate and timely specimen collection.
• Ensures positive patient identification by using two patient identifiers and labeling specimens at the patient’s bedside to prevent errors.
• Prepares, packages, and transports specimens to the laboratory while maintaining sample integrity and adhering to safety protocols.
• Explains procedures to patients, providing reassurance and addressing concerns to ensure a positive patient experience.
• Cleans, sterilizes, and maintains phlebotomy equipment and workspace in compliance with safety and infection control standards.
• Accurately documents patient and specimen information in the laboratory system, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collects timed specimens as ordered, prioritizing and efficiently completing phlebotomy tasks to meet clinical needs.
• Identifies and resolves specimen issues, including addressing rejections and recollecting samples when necessary.
• Collaborates with healthcare team members to clarify orders, resolve collection challenges, and communicate specimen status.
• Adheres to all laboratory and hospital safety requirements and follows Laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of phlebotomy experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of safety guidelines, sanitation, and infection control protocols.
• Ability to perform blood collection techniques successfully across all age groups (neonates to geriatrics).
• Understanding of standards for patient identification, specimen handling, and lab testing requirements.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with patients, staff, and physicians.
• Ability to multitask, remain calm in stressful situations, and adapt to a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in distinguishing sample types and understanding order-of-draw requirements for lab testing.
• Demonstrates a high level of attention to detail and accuracy in specimen collection and documentation.