Phlebotomy Technician: Blood Draws & Lab Specimens (POC Tech)

Charleston Area Medical Center; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Charleston Area Medical Center is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician at Memorial Hospital in Charleston, WV. The role performs venipuncture and capillary collections, enters patient data into laboratory systems, and handles specimen labeling, processing, and transport with strict adherence to policies.

The position requires formal phlebotomy training with clinical hours or significant substitute experience, a High School Diploma/GED, and Point of Care Technician credentials.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Formalized training in phlebotomy with clinical hours and competencies.
• One year full-time phlebotomy experience in a CLIA lab may substitute for formal training.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary collections according to procedures.
• Collect blood cultures and other specimens per policy.
• Label, process, and distribute specimens to appropriate lab sections.
• Access lab computer programs and specimen tracking systems.
• Prepare specimens for analysis and transport as needed.
• Educate outpatients on proper collection techniques.

Skills

Venipuncture

Capillary collection

Data entry

Lab information systems

Quality assurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal Phlebotomy Training (80 clinical hours, 100 unaided collections)

Point of Care Tech (Required)

Job description

Charleston Area Medical Center is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician at Memorial Hospital in Charleston, WV. The role performs venipuncture and capillary collections, enters patient data into laboratory systems, and handles specimen labeling, processing, and transport with strict adherence to policies.

The position requires formal phlebotomy training with clinical hours or significant substitute experience, a High School Diploma/GED, and Point of Care Technician credentials.