Phlebotomist/Processor

Interpath Laboratory, Inc; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

In-house testing

Job summary

Interpath Laboratory is seeking a friendly Phlebotomist to join a busy family medicine clinic. The role requires reliability, organization, adaptability, and a commitment to high-quality patient care for all ages, including pediatrics. Pay starts at $20/hour with opportunities for advancement.

Schedule is full-time, Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM with a 1-hour lunch break. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision with in-network discounts, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off, and in-house

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of professional phlebotomy experience with pediatric phlebotomy experience; or a minimum of 2 years of professional phlebotomy experience if pediatric experience is not present.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Patient-focused, helpful and proactive approach to supporting patients and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Administrative duties: Providing excellent customer service, answering phones, and monitoring instrumentation alarms.
• Perform venipuncture for blood collection and obtain additional specimen types as required.
• Prepare all samples for lab testing and screening.
• Verify specimen information and perform data entry.
• Receive, process, and package samples for referral labs while maintaining specimen integrity.
• Follow safety protocols and HIPAA policies; participate in quality assurance.
• Cover shifts at different sites as needed to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain consistent, punctual attendance.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Pediatrics experience

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Data entry

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a friendly, dependable, and hardworking Phlebotomist to join our team at a busy family medicine clinic. This fast-paced role requires someone who is reliable, organized, adaptable, and committed to providing excellent patient care to a diverse patient population of all ages, including pediatrics.

Pay: Starting at $20/hour, with opportunities for advancement based on experience and performance.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM, with a one-hour lunch break.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision with In-Network & Custom Network discounts
• 401(k) with discretionary employer match
• Paid Time Off
• Free clinical diagnostic laboratory testing performed in house

In This Role, You Will Be Responsible For

• Administrative duties: Providing excellent customer service, answering phones, and monitoring for instrumentation alarms.
• Technical responsibilities: Performing venipuncture for blood collection, obtaining additional specimen types as required, and preparing all samples for lab testing and screening.
• Accurate data management: Verifying specimen information, performing data entry, and properly identifying patient information.
• Specimen handling: Receiving, processing, and packaging samples for referral labs while maintaining specimen integrity.
• Compliance: Following safety protocols, HIPAA policies, Medicare rules, and participating in quality assurance.
• Flexibility: Covering work shifts at different sites as needed to ensure smooth operations.
• Reliability: Maintaining consistent, punctual, and reliable attendance to ensure continuity of operations and support for our team and patients.

Education & Certification

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of professional phlebotomy experience with pediatric phlebotomy experience; or
• If you do not have pediatric phlebotomy experience, a minimum of 2 years of professional phlebotomy experience is required.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Patient-focused, helpful, and proactive approach to supporting patients and coworkers
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong computer skills and comfort with data entry
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality patient care
• Reliable, dependable, and adaptable

Physical Requirements

• Laboratory setting with automated equipment emitting ambient sounds.
• High level of staff interaction in close quarters; must hear alarms to ensure timely response to safety needs.
• Regular handling of potentially infectious samples, with required protective gear (lab coat, gloves, goggles, face shield).
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, crawl, twist, and walk on uneven surfaces throughout the day.
• Frequent bending, extended standing, and lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Flexibility to work extended hours or overtime as needed.

OSHA Category: This role involves exposure to blood, body fluids, and/or tissues, with Hepatitis-B vaccination offered to all performing these duties.

About Us: Interpath Laboratory is a family-owned and operated clinical and anatomic pathology laboratory serving communities across Oregon, Washington, Nebraska, and Idaho. With more than 90 locations and over 60 years of steady growth, we are one of the Pacific Northwest's leading independent laboratories, with plans for continued and strategic expansion into the Midwest.

We are known for delivering rapid, reliable, and cost-effective laboratory testing while maintaining the flexibility, innovation, and personal connection that come from remaining independent. Our success is built on strong relationships—with our clients, our patients, and most importantly, our employees.

At Interpath, we foster a collaborative, supportive work environment where teamwork, professionalism, and positive attitudes matter. We believe great results start with great people, and we are committed to creating a workplace where employees can build meaningful careers while making a real impact in the communities we serve.

We are excited to share with you a short video that shows why the Interpath family is so special. Please click here: https://youtu.be/iMaXUt6s9rg