Phlebotomist, PRN

Twin County Regional Healthcare - Duke LifePoint Healthcare; Galax (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Twin County Regional Healthcare - Duke LifePoint Healthcare in Virginia is seeking a PRN Phlebotomist to join our patient-focused team. You will review orders, register patients, collect specimens by venipuncture, finger stick or heel stick, and ensure proper labeling.

You must verify patient identity, maintain specimen integrity, and coordinate with nursing for drug monitoring collections. A high school diploma is required; phlebotomy certification is preferred and BLS is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• BLS certification is required.
• Experience with specimen labeling and chain-of-custody is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review providers' orders, quick-register patients when needed, and place appropriate lab orders per the provider's requisition.
• Verify patient identity using two patient identifiers prior to collection.
• Obtain blood specimens via venipuncture, finger stick, or heel stick per policy; collect urine, throat, and nasal specimens as ordered.
• Label specimens with at least two identifiers plus date/time and collector initials; ensure specimen integrity and proper handling.
• Perform chain-of-custody urine drug screen collections and breath alcohol testing per policy.
• Coordinate therapeutic drug-monitoring collections in collaboration with nursing to align dose and draw time.
• Resolve unusual or unclear test orders by contacting the ordering provider, pathologist, nursing station, or reference lab; elevate unresolved items to the supervisor.
• Process and route specimens to the correct internal lab departments or reference laboratories according to policy.
• Maintain par levels of collection supplies; complete weekly departmental inventories.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and required education; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient safety

Specimen collection

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Phlebotomist- PRN

Your experience matters, Twin County Regional Healthcare is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Phlebotomist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

A Phlebotomist who excels in this role:

• Review providers' orders, quick-register patients when needed, and place appropriate lab orders per the provider's requisition.
• Verify patient identity using two patient identifiers prior to collection.
• Obtain blood specimens via venipuncture, finger stick, or heel stick per policy; collect urine, throat, and nasal specimens as ordered.
• Label specimens with at least two identifiers plus date/time and collector initials; ensure specimen integrity and proper handling.
• Perform chain-of-custody urine drug screen collections and breath alcohol testing per policy.
• Coordinate therapeutic drug-monitoring collections in collaboration with nursing to align dose and draw time.
• Resolve unusual or unclear test orders by contacting the ordering provider, pathologist, nursing station, or reference lab; elevate unresolved items to the supervisor.
• Process and route specimens to the correct internal lab departments or reference laboratories according to policy.
• Maintain par levels of collection supplies; complete weekly departmental inventories.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and required education; perform other duties as assigned.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage- tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a high school diploma.

Additional Requirements Include

• Phlebotomy certification preferred
• BLS required

Hourly Range: $15.27-$18.86

More About Twin County Regional Healthcare

TCRH is a 141-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Twin County community for over 50 years. We are proud to be recognized by Joint Commissions Gold Seal of Approval, Leapfrog Safety Grade A, Meaningful User of Technology-Recognized by CMS, Gold Standard for Stroke by American Heart Association and Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the American College of Cardiology.

EEOC Statement

Twin County Regional Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. TCRH is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.