Lab - Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist

Position: Phlebotomist

Location: Columbia, TN/Lebanon, TN

Schedule: Mon 9am to 5pm (Columbia, TN) Tues 9am to 5pm (Columbia, TN) Wed 9am to 5pm (Columbia, TN) Thursday 7:30am to 3:30pm (Lebanon, TN) Friday 7:30am to 3:30pm (Lebanon, TN) (40 hours per week)

Pay Rate: $18.00 – $19.00 per hour

Job Description

• Facilitate the collection, processing and shipping of blood & urine specimens
• Perform venipuncture to collect blood specimens
• Observe & collect urine specimens from patients
• Follow departmental policies to correctly identify the patient before any specimen is obtained
• Properly label and document the specimens and prepare for shipment
• Demonstrate customer service and compassion when interacting with patients, physicians, and clinic staff
• Communicate with, understand, and react effectively to a diverse patient population base
• Follow Universal Precautions and all OSHA standards when handling specimens
• Strictly adhere to HIPAA guidelines
• Inform Supervisor of low volume shifts, unusual problems or deviations from established procedures
• Maintain neat, clean, orderly patient/work areas at all times
• Order processing & office supplies as needed

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 months of venipuncture experience required
• Verifiable track-record of providing excellent customer service
• Reliable with a strong work ethic
• Strong computer skills – must be able to work in multiple programs and windows, manage email and reports
• Fast and accurate data entry
• Communicate clearly and concisely with accuracy, credibility and confidence
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Physical activities include frequent walking, sitting, bending, lifting, stooping, kneeling, reaching, twisting and squatting

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Medical/Dental
• Weekly Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Referral Bonuses
• Childcare reimbursement