Phlebotomist

Job Summary

• The Traveler Phlebotomist provides phlebotomy and clerical support for the facility's hospital and clinic laboratory. This position is responsible for accurate specimen collection, labeling, processing, and routing while helping maintain efficient patient flow and timely laboratory services.
• The traveler will work closely with laboratory staff to provide dependable coverage during periods of increased patient volume and staffing shortages.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection using appropriate techniques.
• Accurately identify patients and label specimens completely.
• Collect throat and nasopharyngeal specimens.
• Provide patients with instructions for proper urine specimen collection.
• Perform urine drug-testing collections in accordance with applicable Department of Transportation requirements.
• Process and accession specimens according to established laboratory policies and procedures.
• Prepare specimens and required documentation for reference laboratory testing.
• Assist with monitoring blood collection and specimen-processing supplies.
• Distribute, fax, and mail laboratory reports as appropriate.
• Answer laboratory telephone calls and route inquiries appropriately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment.
• Work collaboratively with laboratory staff, clinical departments, providers, and patients.
• Demonstrate punctuality, professionalism, flexibility, and strong customer service.
• Complete required education, competencies, and mandatory training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Required Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy certification and/or a minimum of six months of phlebotomy experience.
• Current CPR certification or ability to meet the facility requirements.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of patient and organizational information.
• Ability to work variable shifts and weekend rotations.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous hospital, clinic, or laboratory experience.
• Strong venipuncture skills across a diverse patient population.
• Experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Strong attention to detail and specimen-identification practices.
• Basic computer skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive, flexible, and team-oriented approach.
• Strong customer-service skills and professional demeanor.
• What We're Looking For We are looking for a traveler who can hit the ground running, provide reliable phlebotomy coverage, and help support timely specimen collection during a period of increased laboratory demand. The successful candidate should be comfortable adapting to changing workflow needs and collaborating closely with laboratory and clinical staff.

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