Phlebotomist, Outreach & Specimen Collection

Rhode Island Hospital; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island Hospital is seeking a Phlebotomist to obtain blood and other specimens from pediatric and adult patients across outpatient units. Under supervision, you will transport specimens, complete basic records, and contribute to patient- and family-centered care aligned with the organization’s mission.

Responsibilities include specimen collection, patient identification, test ordering and documentation, and ensuring proper handling of samples.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy certificate through National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Accrediting (incomplete in excerpt).

Responsibilities

• Performs collection and documentation of patient specimens using computer systems.
• Register patients and order tests following policies for identification, verification and documentation.
• Schedule venipunctures or capillary punctures according to priority and test type.
• Obtain samples and ensure proper containers and collection requirements.
• Label, wrap and transport samples and maintain records on procurement.
• Follow universal precautions and hospital policy in specimen collection.
• Perform related clerical tasks (phones, file records, reports).
• Provide patient with test forms and preparation instructions; may contact patients for repeat tests.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient interaction

Clerical duties

Education

High school diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

Rhode Island Hospital is seeking a Phlebotomist to obtain blood and other specimens from pediatric and adult patients across outpatient units. Under supervision, you will transport specimens, complete basic records, and contribute to patient- and family-centered care aligned with the organization’s mission.

Responsibilities include specimen collection, patient identification, test ordering and documentation, and ensuring proper handling of samples.