Phlebotomist PRN

North Knoxville Medical Center; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell, TN is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform blood collection with accuracy and compassion. You will identify patients, prepare specimens, and transport samples to the lab while following safety and regulatory standards.

This role emphasizes patient communication, attention to detail, and teamwork with healthcare staff to ensure reliable test results and a positive patient experience. Part-time schedule, day shift, and regular attendance are expected.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years phlebotomy experience required.
• Knowledge of safety guidelines, sanitation, and infection control protocols.
• Ability to perform blood collection techniques across all age groups (neonates to geriatrics).

Responsibilities

• Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection (finger and heel sticks) per policies to ensure accurate specimen collection.
• Ensures positive patient identification using two identifiers and correct bedside labeling.
• Prepares, packages, and transports specimens to the laboratory maintaining integrity and safety.
• Explains procedures to patients and provides reassurance to ensure a positive experience.
• Maintains phlebotomy equipment and workspace in compliance with safety standards.
• Documents patient and specimen information accurately in the laboratory system.
• Collects timed specimens as ordered and priorities tasks to meet clinical needs.
• Identifies and resolves specimen issues, including rejections and recollection when needed.
• Collaborates with healthcare team to clarify orders and communicate specimen status.
• Adheres to hospital safety requirements and laboratory procedures for accreditation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

Safety protocols

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Summary

The Phlebotomist is responsible for the proper collection of blood specimens to support accurate laboratory testing for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. This role ensures positive patient identification, timely specimen collection, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. The Phlebotomist provides exceptional patient care by maintaining professionalism and demonstrating effective communication during interactions with patients, staff, and visitors.

Essential Functions

• Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection (finger and heel sticks) in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures to ensure accurate and timely specimen collection.
• Ensures positive patient identification by using two patient identifiers and labeling specimens at the patient’s bedside to prevent errors.
• Prepares, packages, and transports specimens to the laboratory while maintaining sample integrity and adhering to safety protocols.
• Explains procedures to patients, providing reassurance and addressing concerns to ensure a positive patient experience.
• Cleans, sterilizes, and maintains phlebotomy equipment and workspace in compliance with safety and infection control standards.
• Accurately documents patient and specimen information in the laboratory system, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collects timed specimens as ordered, prioritizing and efficiently completing phlebotomy tasks to meet clinical needs.
• Identifies and resolves specimen issues, including addressing rejections and recollecting samples when necessary.
• Collaborates with healthcare team members to clarify orders, resolve collection challenges, and communicate specimen status.
• Adheres to all laboratory and hospital safety requirements and follows Laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of phlebotomy experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of safety guidelines, sanitation, and infection control protocols.
• Ability to perform blood collection techniques successfully across all age groups (neonates to geriatrics).
• Understanding of standards for patient identification, specimen handling, and lab testing requirements.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with patients, staff, and physicians.
• Ability to multitask, remain calm in stressful situations, and adapt to a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in distinguishing sample types and understanding order-of-draw requirements for lab testing.
• Demonstrates a high level of attention to detail and accuracy in specimen collection and documentation.

Job Info

• Job Identification 166904
• Job Category Allied Health
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 7565 Dannaher Dr, Powell, TN, 37849, US