Phlebotomist

at Actalent in Overland Park, Kansas, United States Job Description Phlebotomist The Phlebotomist plays a key role in providing high-quality patient care by performing blood draws and other specimen collections, ensuring accurate labeling and processing, and supporting efficient laboratory workflow. This position combines hands-on phlebotomy with troubleshooting, training support, and workflow improvement recommendations in a fast-paced clinical or hospital environment. Responsibilities Perform venipuncture and other blood draws using straight needles and butterfly needles with a high degree of accuracy and patient care. Collect, handle, and store blood, urine, fecal, and other specimens according to established procedures and protocols. Clearly and courteously explain venipuncture, blood draw, and other specimen collection procedures to patients to ensure understanding and comfort. Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes, verifying that all information is complete and accurate. Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders, following all laboratory protocols. Check all test requisitions or computer-generated labels against scripts or orders to ensure 100% accuracy before processing. Package specimens for transport, following specific protocols to maintain specimen integrity during transit. Store specimen samples at the required temperature and place them in appropriate collection containers or tubes, ensuring accurate labeling and handling. Update patient information accurately in the system and maintain complete and precise documentation of specimen collection and processing. Record maintenance data and assist with decontamination procedures to maintain a clean and safe work area. Understand and fully interpret physicians’ orders related to laboratory tests and specimen requirements. Assist in troubleshooting issues related to specimen collection, labeling, processing, and workflow. Make recommendations to improve workflow efficiency and support best practices within the department. Attend and actively participate in annual department trainings and other required educational sessions. Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and all relevant safety and compliance standards. Answer telephone calls professionally and read laboratory results as needed to satisfy appropriate inquiries. Support training of team members by demonstrating proper specimen collection techniques and adherence to protocols, as r #J-18808-Ljbffr All in Overland Park