Phlebotomy Technician – Precise, Patient-Focused Care

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Natchez (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. at Merit Health Natchez seeks a Phlebotomist to join the laboratory team. The role focuses on proper blood specimen collection, patient identification, and timely transport to the lab to support accurate testing.

Responsibilities include maintaining safety standards, documenting data accurately, and providing excellent patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting. The position requires 0–2 years of phlebotomy experience.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years phlebotomy experience required
• Knowledge of safety guidelines, sanitation, and infection control protocols.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection (finger and heel sticks) per policy to ensure timely specimen collection.
• Ensures positive patient identification using two identifiers and labels specimens at the bedside.
• Prepares, packages, and transports specimens to the laboratory while maintaining sample integrity and safety.
• Explains procedures to patients, providing reassurance and addressing concerns to ensure a positive patient experience.
• Cleans, sterilizes, and maintains phlebotomy equipment and workspace in compliance with safety standards.
• Accurately documents patient and specimen information in the laboratory system, adhering to regulatory requirements.
• Collects timed specimens as ordered, prioritizing and completing phlebotomy tasks efficiently.
• Identifies and resolves specimen issues, including rejections and recollections.
• Collaborates with healthcare team to clarify orders, resolve collection challenges, and communicate specimen status.
• Adheres to all laboratory and hospital safety requirements and follows procedures to ensure accreditation compliance.
• Maintains regular attendance and complies with policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. at Merit Health Natchez seeks a Phlebotomist to join the laboratory team. The role focuses on proper blood specimen collection, patient identification, and timely transport to the lab to support accurate testing.

Responsibilities include maintaining safety standards, documenting data accurately, and providing excellent patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting. The position requires 0–2 years of phlebotomy experience.