Phlebotomist/Courier

Shift: Full time day shift 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. (12‑hour shifts) including rotating weekends and holidays. Location: Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital. Position Overview The Phlebotomist/Courier transports laboratory specimens to and from the clinic site and Singing River Health System facilities, verifies all orders, procedures, and specimens according to current procedures, and adheres to departmental and system safety guidelines. Responsibilities Performs venipunctures, heel and finger sticks, and other specimen collections for clinical laboratory testing. Ensures that appropriate specimens are collected from the correct patients and performs accurate patient identification, specimen labeling, preservation, transportation, and pre‑test processing. Practices safe driving habits and follows all safety guidelines when traveling within the SRHS service area. Performs clerical duties: processes orders, operates computer functions, files reports, records/sends messages, provides reports to nursing/medical staff, and transcribes doctors’ orders for outpatients. Education and Training High school graduate or equivalent required; some college coursework in a health or science field preferred. Training in computer operations, basic office equipment, and medical terminology preferred. License Must possess a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record and maintain it throughout employment. Certifications Certification preferred if achieved from an approved agency. ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification) APA (American Phlebotomy Association) AMT (American Medical Technologists) NHA (National Health Career Association) NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing) NIHP (National Institute of Health Professionals) MedCA (Medical Career Association) NPC (National Phlebotomy Certification Exam) AAH (American Allied Health) Other accredited certifications (subject to review by Lab Director) Experience One (1) year of phlebotomy experience preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience may satisfy requirements. Physical and Mental Demands Moderately active job involving frequent movement, transport, and repetitive motions of wrists and hands. Requires proficiency with computer equipment, ability to work independently and with a team, and effective communication skills. Must possess emotional stability to handle high‑stress situations and meet deadlines. #J-18808-Ljbffr