Travel Phlebotomy Floater – Patient Services

PathGroup; Tennessee; On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

PathGroup is seeking a Patient Service Floater to perform daily phlebotomy tasks at PSCs or in-office PSTs, with travel required to client locations across designated regions. The role emphasizes accurate specimen collection, clear patient communication, and strict adherence to procedures and safety policies.

Candidates will handle data entry and specimen processing, maintain records and logs, and support monthly statistics.

Responsibilities

• Travel to a client assignment within a designated region on short notice.
• Greets customers appropriately and treats all customers courteously.
• Ensures all field patient service and PSC specimens are collected accurately and on time.
• Collects specimens according to established procedures; explains venipuncture and specimen collection to patients.
• Disposes of blood or other biohazard fluids or tissue in accordance with laws and policies.
• Completes requisitions accurately in Pathconnect and/or other PathGroup applications.
• Enters patient, specimen, insurance, or billing information into computer with high accuracy.
• Researches test/client information using lab computer systems.
• Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes; labels, centrifuges, and freezes as required.
• Packages specimens for transport and stores samples at required temperatures; maintains specimen integrity.
• Maintains daily PSC/IOPST Patient Service logs and records.
• Assists with monthly statistics and data compilation.
• Performs basic clerical duties including filing, faxing, and electronic data entry.
• Approves time in attendance software by noon on the Monday after pay period; submits expense logs on Monday.
• Demonstrates organizational commitment and adheres to grooming/dress code and lab coat policies.
• Uses PPE properly to ensure patient and personal safety and follows lab safety procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality and complies with Corporate Compliance Program and policies.

Job description

PathGroup is seeking a Patient Service Floater to perform daily phlebotomy tasks at PSCs or in-office PSTs, with travel required to client locations across designated regions. The role emphasizes accurate specimen collection, clear patient communication, and strict adherence to procedures and safety policies.

Candidates will handle data entry and specimen processing, maintain records and logs, and support monthly statistics.