Phlebotomist

Job Title: Phlebotomist

Job Description

This phlebotomist position offers the opportunity to perform routine laboratory work in a busy outpatient setting, providing high-quality specimen collection and exceptional customer service. You will work largely independently, drawing blood and collecting other specimens for a variety of tests while using computer systems for data entry and billing. The role starts as a temporary assignment with strong potential to become permanent, and involves serving a patient population ranging from teens to geriatric patients in a rheumatology-focused office.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and act as a professional, friendly point of contact for all patients.

• Perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for patients of all age groups, with a primary focus on teen through geriatric populations.

• Collect specimens for drug screens, paternity tests, alcohol tests, and other diagnostic procedures as needed.

• Perform accurate and timely data entry of patient and specimen information into computer systems.

• Process billing information and collect payments when required, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

• Prepare all collected specimens for testing and analysis according to laboratory standards and protocols.

• Maintain detailed patient and specimen information logs to ensure proper tracking and documentation.

• Carry out administrative and clerical duties as necessary to support smooth clinic and laboratory operations.

• Work independently in the rheumatology office, managing daily specimen collection volumes of approximately 25-30 patients.

• Travel to additional sites when needed to provide phlebotomy and specimen collection support.

• Uphold all safety, quality, and compliance standards related to laboratory and specimen handling procedures.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of phlebotomy experience.

• Demonstrated proficiency in phlebotomy, including venipuncture and capillary blood draws.

• Experience drawing blood and collecting specimens in a clinical or laboratory setting.

• Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally and compassionately with patients.

• Solid computer skills, including accurate and timely data entry of patient and billing information.

• Ability to process specimens, including preparation for testing and analysis, and maintenance of specimen logs.

• Capability to handle administrative and clerical tasks related to laboratory and patient operations.

• Ability to work independently and manage daily workloads without direct on-site supervision.

• Phlebotomy certification (where required by local regulations or strongly preferred by the facility).

• Experience working in a laboratory environment or diagnostic setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in handling routine lab work with a focus on teen to geriatric patient populations.

• Familiarity with processing drug screens, paternity tests, alcohol tests, and similar diagnostic specimens.

• Comfort working in a fast-paced setting, especially during busy morning hours.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation, labeling, and record keeping.

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with clinicians and office staff.

• Interest in a temporary role with the potential to transition into a permanent position.

• Ability and willingness to travel to additional sites when needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Garner, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Garner,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

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