Phlebotomist: Precise Blood Collection Specialist

Healthier Mississippi People (HMP); Missouri; On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthier Mississippi People (HMP) seeks a Phlebotomist to collect and process blood specimens supporting laboratory procedures used in diagnosis and treatment. You will perform venipuncture and ensure proper labeling and handling in a clinical setting.

The role requires knowledge of safety, infection control, and patient communication to alleviate fears and maintain accurate records, with potential calls at department discretion.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of phlebotomy procedures and safety practices.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and comply with clinical protocols.
• Interpersonal skills to reassure patients and explain procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of routine blood drawing procedures using standard equipment.
• Confers with patients to obtain information for laboratory records and explains procedures.
• Prepares, processes, labels, and stores patient specimens according to established procedures.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and stocks carts and trays.
• Performs quality control procedures to maintain compliance with regulations.
• Complies with safety, environmental, and infection control standards and practices.

Skills

Blood processing knowledge

Infection control procedures

Interpersonal skills

Phlebotomy procedures

Clinical protocol compliance

Documentation and records

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Healthier Mississippi People (HMP) seeks a Phlebotomist to collect and process blood specimens supporting laboratory procedures used in diagnosis and treatment. You will perform venipuncture and ensure proper labeling and handling in a clinical setting.

The role requires knowledge of safety, infection control, and patient communication to alleviate fears and maintain accurate records, with potential calls at department discretion.