Phlebotomist: Precise Specimen Collection & Handling

North Mississippi Health Services; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services in Tupelo, MS seeks a Phlebotomist responsible for specimen collection and transportation. This role ensures accurate handling of lab specimens and compliance with safety standards across patient populations in facility and skilled nursing homes.

The phlebotomist will perform venipunctures, finger sticks, and related procedures, while maintaining LIS documentation and collaborating with NMHS staff to support timely lab testing.

Responsibilities

• Transport lab specimens, equipment and supplies accurately and promptly.
• Identify patients and collect specimens following regulatory guidelines.
• Perform venipunctures, finger sticks, heel sticks, and point-of-care testing as applicable.
• Maintain proper documentation and communication within the laboratory team.

Job description

North Mississippi Health Services in Tupelo, MS seeks a Phlebotomist responsible for specimen collection and transportation. This role ensures accurate handling of lab specimens and compliance with safety standards across patient populations in facility and skilled nursing homes.

The phlebotomist will perform venipunctures, finger sticks, and related procedures, while maintaining LIS documentation and collaborating with NMHS staff to support timely lab testing.