Phlebotomist/Courier | Full-Time | Days |

Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM, rotating weekends and holidays. (3) 12‑hour shifts. 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 in accordance with departmental and system procedures and guidelines. He/She verifies all orders, procedures, and specimens according to current procedures, practices safe driving habits, and follows all safety guidelines. He/She contributes to the department’s standard of excellence in providing quality services to patients and clients. The role includes performing venipunctures, heel and finger sticks, and other specimen collections for clinical laboratory testing. The Phlebotomist ensures specimens are collected from the proper patients and communicates effectively with a variety of patients, including critically ill, trauma, newborn, geriatric, and outpatients in numerous outpatient settings. He/She provides accurate patient identification, specimen labeling, preservation, transportation, and pre‑test processing. Clerical duties include processing orders, performing computer functions, filing reports, recording/sending messages, giving reports to the nurse/doctor, and transcribing doctors’ orders for outpatients. DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. Qualifications Education: High School graduate or equivalent required; some college with courses in a health or science‑related field preferred. Training: Training in computer, basic office equipment and medical terminology preferred. License: Must have a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record; must maintain a satisfactory driving record. Certifications: If certified, a current Phlebotomy certification from an approved agency is preferred. Certification must be from one of the following: 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) Any accredited certification not listed, can be reviewed for approval by the Lab Director De‑escalation Training: Must have de‑escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days) and an appropriate level of de‑escalation training. Experience: One (1) year Phlebotomy experience preferred. Must have equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved. Reporting Structure Reports to: SRHS Laboratory Director under the direct supervision of the SRHS Phlebotomy Supervisor or Phlebotomy Team Leader. Supervises: None Physical Demands Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, travel to another facility within the SRHS service area, lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects including the human body. The role involves occasional repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard, copier, and 10‑key. The worker must perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels, make fine discriminations in sound, and have close visual acuity. The position requires active engagement for extended periods without undue fatigue and flexibility in hours. Exposure to body fluids, sputum, and tissues is possible, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Special Demands Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (telephone, fax, etc.). Must have intermediate knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. The role requires independent function and teamwork, adaptability to workload demands, and recognition that errors may have serious consequences for patients. Valid driver license required for travel throughout the SRHS service area. We offer best‑of‑industry benefits, scheduling options, and professional pathways for our employees. Within each of our three hospitals and 50+ primary care and specialty clinics, you’ll find a team devoted to quality, teamwork, and service. #J-18808-Ljbffr