Skilled Phlebotomist II — Patient Care & EKGs

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Vanderbilt (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Laboratory Phlebotomist to perform phlebotomy and EKGs for patients of all ages. This role includes test ordering in the HIS, ABN verification, and training new staff as needed.

Responsibilities include collecting quality specimens, ensuring patient comfort, verifying patient IDs, and maintaining safety with Universal Precautions. Collaboration with teams and ongoing education are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Must possess ability to perform phlebotomy on all age groups.
• Must possess ability to perform EKGs according to hospital protocols.
• Verifies patient ID using two identifiers.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy on patients of all age groups.
• Consistently obtain quality and usable samples.
• Ensure patients are left in satisfactory condition following venipuncture.
• Verify patient ID using two identifiers.
• Handle specimens per Universal Precautions.
• Collaborate with coworkers and other departments to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Promote clinical laboratory professionalism through training of others.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and flexibility in workflow priorities.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Patient identification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

HIS

Job description

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Laboratory Phlebotomist to perform phlebotomy and EKGs for patients of all ages. This role includes test ordering in the HIS, ABN verification, and training new staff as needed.

Responsibilities include collecting quality specimens, ensuring patient comfort, verifying patient IDs, and maintaining safety with Universal Precautions. Collaboration with teams and ongoing education are emphasized.