Senior Phlebotomist

Jobtailor; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced phlebotomist in Virginia to retrieve blood samples and perform screenings while ensuring sample integrity. You will verify requisitions, identify patients, and collect specimens by venipuncture or finger stick.

The role requires at least 5 years of phlebotomy experience, a HS diploma, and state-specific phlebotomy certification if required. A BS/BA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of phlebotomy experience.
• BS/BA degree preferred; high school diploma required.
• Phlebotomy certificate may be required by state.

Responsibilities

• Identifies best method for retrieving blood and performs screening.
• Verifies test requisitions and patient identification.
• Obtains blood specimens by venipuncture and finger sticks.
• Maintains specimen integrity with aseptic techniques.
• Tracks specimens and ensures quality results.
• Resolves unusual test orders by contacting relevant personnel.
• Participates in ongoing education and reading professional publications.
• Accepts ownership to enhance department and hospital reputation.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Patient identification

Aseptic technique

Education

BS/BA degree (preferred)

High School Diploma (required)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Serves patients by identifying the best method for retrieving blood and performing screening procedures.
• Verifies test requisitions and patient identification.
• Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks.
• Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic techniques and following procedures.
• Tracks collected specimens and maintains quality results.
• Resolves unusual test orders by contacting relevant personnel.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional publications.
• Enhances department and hospital reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new requests.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of phlebotomy experience.
• BS/BA degree (preferred).
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required.
• Phlebotomy Certificate (if required by State).