Phlebotomist

Job Summary The Phlebotomist performs blood draws on patients who need diagnostic testing. The Phlebotomist is supervised by and works with the RNs to achieve timely pre-procedure blood draws and testing. The Phlebotomist must have interpersonal skills to successfully interact with patients, families, team members, physicians and ancillary staff. Responsibilities You will demonstrate knowledge of physiology and function of the venous system of the human body, and collection techniques used to draw blood from patients. You will collect blood samples from patients per laboratory policy and procedure. You will decide the best method for drawing blood depending on the specific patient. You will practice proper patient identification. You will label blood vials according to established procedures including use of automated patient identification systems. Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent Completion of a certified phlebotomy course (strongly preferred) Demonstrated phlebotomy experience Interpersonal skills to successfully interact with all co-workers, staff, patients, patient families and vendors Good phlebotomy, computer, and communication skills Benefits Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Note Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. TriStar Summit is a 230+ bed comprehensive facility serving Davidson, Wilson and surrounding counties with a Level III Trauma Center and a full array of acute care services. We are an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI and a Primary Stroke Center. TriStar Summit is a leading provider of emergency heart and stroke care. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr