Phlebotomist

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Phlebotomist

Pay:Up to 25.50

Schedule: 7:00AM-3:00PM/40 hours

NO WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS

Location: Suffield, CT 06080

Position details

The Phlebotomist will play a critical role in supporting medical providers by performing safe, accurate blood collection procedures and specimen handling while maintaining professionalism in a secure correctional environment.

Duties

• Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection on incarcerated patients using proper techniques.
• Accurately identify patients and verify laboratory orders before specimen collection.
• Label, process, prepare, and transport specimens according to laboratory and facility protocols.
• Maintain specimen integrity to ensure accurate laboratory results.
• Follow universal precautions and infection prevention procedures at all times.
• Document all laboratory collections and patient interactions in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Monitor inventory of phlebotomy and laboratory supplies and notify appropriate personnel when replenishment is needed.
• Clean and disinfect equipment and work areas in accordance with OSHA, CDC, and facility guidelines.
• Respond professionally to patient concerns while maintaining confidentiality and respect.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure timely laboratory services.
• Assist with routine health screenings and medical evaluations as assigned.
• Maintain compliance with correctional facility security procedures during all patient interactions.
• Participate in orientation, training, and continuing education programs as required.
• Perform additional duties assigned by nursing leadership or the healthcare administrator.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Phlebotomy Training Program required.
• National Phlebotomy Certification (preferred).
• Minimum of one (1) year of recent phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Experience in correctional, hospital, clinic, or public health settings is a plus.
• Current CPR/BLS certification preferred.
• Ability to safely perform venipuncture on patients with varying medical conditions.
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism in a secure correctional environment.