Phlebotomist - (Weekend Option, Saturday & Sunday 4:00am-4:30pm)

StartupNWA; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

StartupNWA is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist in Fayetteville, NC to collect blood and other specimens in a hospital setting. You will perform venipuncture and dermal collections, ensuring accurate labeling and proper transport to the laboratory.

Responsibilities include maintaining patient safety, documenting in the LIS, and adhering to HIPAA and infection-control guidelines, with emphasis on effective communication with patients and clinical staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous phlebotomy or acute hospital experience preferred.
• Must be able to identify patients and collect specimens accurately.

Responsibilities

• Greet patient and verify identity using identifiers.
• Perform venipuncture and dermal sample collections.
• Label specimens correctly for transport to the lab.
• Prepare specimens for transport and documentation in LIS.
• Troubleshoot phlebotomy equipment as needed.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and safety guidelines.

Skills

Phlebotomy procedures

Patient and staff communication

HIPAA compliance

Lab safety & infection control

Laboratory information system usage

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Education LevelHigh School Diploma or GEDOur mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,200+ team members and serve the region with over 40 clinic locations, the region's only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the;;;; and. The role of the Phlebotomist reports to the Laboratory Supervisor. This position is responsible for ensuring the proper collection, labeling, and transporting of blood and other patient specimens. This position interacts closely with laboratory staff, patients, nursing, and medical personnel in the collection of specimens.* Ensure patient is greeted and properly identified using the proper identifiers* Perform proper venipuncture procedures and dermal skin specimen collections, therapeutic phlebotomy, and collect blood cultures utilizing aseptic technique* Adhere to proper labelling requirements for blood banking purposes* Prepare specimens for transport to the laboratory* Assist with troubleshooting phlebotomy equipment* Document specimen related information in the laboratory information system* Clean and maintain phlebotomy equipment and reports issues to leadership, as needed* Assist with specimen processing and distribution to different laboratory departments* Comply with HIPAA and accreditation agency rules and regulations* Follow safety and infection control guidelines* Communicate effectively with internal and external customers* Assist with other duties, as assigned**Education:** High school diploma or GED**Experience: P**revious experience in an acute hospital setting or phlebotomy role, preferred.