Phlebotomist-Pelham Medical Center Gibbs Lab

Spartanburg Regional; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and high-performing team at a leading medical center as a phlebotomist. In this dynamic role, you will perform vital venipuncture and specimen collection, ensuring high-quality care for patients of all ages. Your expertise will directly contribute to the well-being of the community, making every day unique and impactful. This position offers a supportive environment where your skills will shine, and your contributions will be valued. If you are dedicated to patient care and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited Phlebotomy Program.
• 4+ years of phlebotomy experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and collect specimens for laboratory testing.
• Label specimen containers accurately and deliver them timely.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory Information System

Communication Skills

Manual Dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Accredited Phlebotomy Program

Job description

Job Requirements

Join the Phlebotomy Team at Gibbs Cancer Center-Pelham! Become a vital part of the compassionate, high -performing team at Pelham Medical Center as a phlebotomist. In this dynamic role, no two days are ever the same and as a phlebotomist at Gibbs Cancer Center. You will provide critical support by preforming phlebotomy on acutely ill patients and assisting with specimen processing-playing a vital role in delivering high quality care to our community.

Position Summary

Performs venipuncture and collects other specimens for laboratory testing.Label specimen containers accurately, deliver to proper destination in a timely manner and perform order entry duties as required.Must be able to provide and understand the specific communication, developmental and treatment needs of patients ranging in age from neonate-birth to geriatric.Compliance: understands and complies with the Standards of Behavior and department policies, procedures and regulations.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• HS Diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of an accredited Phlebotomy Program.

Experience

• The skill to draw an average of 7 patients per hour within the first 90 days of employment.
• Proficient in the use of Laboratory Information System within the first 90 days of employment.
• 4+ years of experience is required as a phlebotomist for this department

License/Registration/Certifications

• Must be ASCP eligible

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

• N/A

Preferred Experience

• N/A

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications

• N/A

Core Job Responsibilities

• Phlebotomist/Computer Operator/Processor is responsible for procurement and distribution of specimens, (blood, urine, etc.), computer data entry and operation of computer equipment.
• Must be able to provide and understand at the bedside the specific communication and collection needs of patients ranging in age from neonate-birth to geriatric.
• While these standards are intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify add/or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.
• Compliance: understands and complies with the Standards of Behavior and department policies, procedures and regulations.
• Process and receiving specimens for the technical staff.
• Prepare send out specimens for reference testing.
• Answer incoming calls for the laboratory.
• Monitor phlebotomy supply inventory and rotate supplies as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information
• Requires working irregular/flexible hours
• Must have dependable transportation (including inclement weather)
• Must be able to withstand the stress and demands of an active position.
• Must be able to withstand constant standing, walking, stooping and bending.
• Must be able to respond calmly and efficiently in crisis situations.
• Must be able to work as a team member and interact positively with others.
• Must be able to work at optimum speed with accuracy and efficiency.
• Must be able to take directions and respond quickly and efficiently.
• Moderate lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.
• Position includes moderate chemical exposure.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information.
• Sensitive touch for locating veins, manual dexterity and coordination required for drawing blood.
• Vision requirements: must be able to pass a color vision test.
• Hearing: within normal range required in daily work.