Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist

Main Hospital Campus Headquarters - Madison, WV 25130

Overview

Position Type Full Time

Description

Are you passionate about patient care and committed to accuracy and excellence? Boone Memorial Health is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Phlebotomist to join our Laboratory team.

As a phlebotomist, you'll play a critical role in the diagnostic process by collecting and preparing specimens while providing exceptional care to patients of all ages. If you thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment and enjoy making a difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team!

Essential Functions

As a phlebotomist, you will:

• Collect routine, timed, and STAT blood specimens accurately and efficiently.
• Properly identify patients prior to specimen collection following established protocols.
• Provide safe, compassionate, age-appropriate care for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Transport specimens to the laboratory in accordance with infection prevention and control policies.
• Collect chain-of-custody specimens when required.
• Answer incoming telephone calls, assess requests, and respond appropriately.
• Follow all hospital policies, procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Support quality patient care by ensuring specimens are collected, handled, and prepared accurately for laboratory analysis.

Skills, Qualifications, and Competencies

We're looking for someone who has:

• Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related computer software.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the workday.
• Frequent use of hands and fine motor skills to perform blood collections.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Essential job functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Education & Experience

• Certification from an accredited Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant program.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Boone Memorial Health, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family or parental status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.