Phlebotomy & Lab Specimen Technician

Columbia Memorial Hospital; Astoria (OR); On-site; USD 33,709 - 50,502; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Memorial Hospital in Astoria, OR seeks a phlebotomist to perform blood collections for inpatients and outpatients, on-site and off-site. You will process specimens for testing, follow CLIA waived QC practices, and maintain compliance with Medicare rules while keeping strong relationships with physicians and staff.

The role requires high attention to detail, medical terminology knowledge, and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Confidentiality must be maintained per HIPAA guidelines.
• Knowledge of blood collection technique across age groups.
• Basic understanding of pre-analytical testing variables.
• Excellent customer service and liaison between clients and providers.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomies and collect specimens for testing.
• Process and order testing on specimens for reference laboratories.
• Maintain quality control practices for CLIA waived testing.
• Monitor workflow and respond to customer concerns; assist in compliance checks.

Skills

Blood collection

Medical terminology

Customer service

Computer skills

Attention to detail

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Accredited phlebotomist program or on-the-job training

Job description

Columbia Memorial Hospital in Astoria, OR seeks a phlebotomist to perform blood collections for inpatients and outpatients, on-site and off-site. You will process specimens for testing, follow CLIA waived QC practices, and maintain compliance with Medicare rules while keeping strong relationships with physicians and staff.

The role requires high attention to detail, medical terminology knowledge, and excellent customer service.