Phlebotomy & Lab Support Technician

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium; Sitka (AK); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Short- & long-term disability

Job summary

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) seeks a phlebotomist to perform venipuncture and neonatal heel-sticks, provide lab support at Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital, and assist with clerical tasks. You will engage with physicians, nurses, and patients, ensuring accurate specimen labeling and communication.

The role emphasizes patient safety, proper technique, and a cooperative approach within a busy laboratory environment, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Clinical competency within 3 months of hire and every 3 years.
• No experience required.
• Knowledge of basic clinical processes and medical terminology.
• Privacy laws and regulations.
• Operates office equipment and multi-line phones.
• Proficient in basic computer software.
• Clear patient identification on every draw.
• Ability to identify rejected specimens and documentation issues.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient to determine proper procedure and perform blood draws.
• Perform newborn heel-sticks and finger-sticks across age groups.
• Provide clerical and technical support to the SEARHC/Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital laboratory.
• Answer calls and route to appropriate department.
• Provide customer service to physicians, nurses, and lab callers.
• Assist in specimen processing and ensure labeling accuracy.
• Distribute specimens to designated areas and maintain organization.
• Update and archive productivity reports; manage lab results flow.
• Maintain supplies and perform general duties for office administration.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Newborn heel-sticks

Customer service

Phone handling

Medical terminology

Office software

Detail orientation

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Multi-line telephone systems

Job description

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) seeks a phlebotomist to perform venipuncture and neonatal heel-sticks, provide lab support at Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital, and assist with clerical tasks. You will engage with physicians, nurses, and patients, ensuring accurate specimen labeling and communication.

The role emphasizes patient safety, proper technique, and a cooperative approach within a busy laboratory environment, with opportunities for professional growth.