Phlebotomist: Patient Care & Lab Outreach

Rhode Island Hospital; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island Hospital's Laboratory Outreach Services seeks a phlebotomist to collect blood and other specimens from pediatric and adult patients on outpatient units, following established procedures.

Under supervision, perform patient registration, order entry, and specimen labeling, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities include transporting specimens, maintaining records, and supporting family-centered care in line with the hospital's mission.

Qualifications

• Obtains blood samples from pediatric and adult patients.
• Registers patients and enters test orders per policy.
• Maintains/monitors standing orders and prepares specimens for transport.

Responsibilities

• Performs computer system tasks to ensure proper collection and documentation of specimens.
• Registers patients, verifies identity, and processes insurance and demographics.
• Collects specimens (venipuncture/capillary) and labels/transports them per protocol.
• Follows universal precautions and hospital policies during specimen collection.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Patient Registration

Medical records/documentation

ABN processing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Rhode Island Hospital's Laboratory Outreach Services seeks a phlebotomist to collect blood and other specimens from pediatric and adult patients on outpatient units, following established procedures.

Under supervision, perform patient registration, order entry, and specimen labeling, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities include transporting specimens, maintaining records, and supporting family-centered care in line with the hospital's mission.