Phlebotomy Outreach Specialist - Flexible Schedule

Brown University Health; North Dartmouth (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a phlebotomist to obtain blood and other specimens from pediatric and adult patients across outpatient units in North Dartmouth, MA. Under supervision, you will register patients, collect samples, and ensure proper labeling and transport of specimens while adhering to safety procedures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and a phlebotomy certificate; equivalent experience may be considered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy certificate through NAACLS and/or completion of a Phlebotomy certificate program to include formal internship demonstrating 100 successful venipunctures.
• In lieu of internship, 6 months of phlebotomy experience may be considered.
• In lieu of phlebotomy certification, 5 plus years direct phlebotomy experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Performs functions to collect and document patient specimens.
• Register patients and order tests according to policy.
• Manage Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABN) including documentation and signatures.
• Perform clerical tasks such as filing records, answering phones, and test result delivery.
• Maintain standing orders for expiration and renewals; ensure tasks are completed.
• Provide patients with forms and prep instructions for testing; obtain additional information as needed.
• Schedule venipunctures or capillary draws for various tests, ensuring proper collection requirements.
• Verify patient identity and preparation prior to collection; monitor for adverse conditions.
• Label, wrap and transport samples; maintain procurement records.
• Follow hospital policy and universal precautions in all duties.
• May perform home collection per procedures and assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Venipuncture

Capillary puncture

Patient communication

Clerical skills

Chromatic color vision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certificate (NAACLS) or program with internship

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking a phlebotomist to obtain blood and other specimens from pediatric and adult patients across outpatient units in North Dartmouth, MA. Under supervision, you will register patients, collect samples, and ensure proper labeling and transport of specimens while adhering to safety procedures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and a phlebotomy certificate; equivalent experience may be considered.