Laboratory Phlebotomist | Inpatient | Full Time | Nights

Singing River Health System • Pascagoula, MS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist/Courier transports laboratory specimens to and from clinic sites and Singing River Health System in accordance with departmental and System procedures and guidelines. The role verifies orders, procedures, and specimens; follows safe driving practices; and contributes to quality service for patients and clients. The position performs venipunctures, heel and finger sticks, and other specimen collections for clinical laboratory testing, working with patients including critically ill, trauma, newborn, geriatric, and outpatient populations. Responsibilities also include accurate patient identification, specimen labeling, preservation, transportation, and pre-test processing, as well as clerical and computer tasks such as processing orders, filing reports, recording and sending messages, providing reports to nurses and doctors, and transcribing outpatient doctors’ orders.

The role is based at Singing River Pascagoula Hospital and works nights from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with rotating weekends and holidays. It reports to the SRHS Laboratory Director under the direct supervision of the SRHS Phlebotomy Supervisor or Phlebotomy Team Leader, and has no supervisory responsibilities. The work includes travel to facilities within the SRHS service area, exposure to body fluids, sputum, and tissues that may carry infectious-disease hazards, and periods of extended activity. De-escalation training must be completed by the end of the 90-day position orientation.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record required; the satisfactory driving record must be maintained.
• Must complete appropriate-level de-escalation training by the end of the 90-day position orientation.
• Must have proficient computer skills, including keyboard proficiency, and be able to use office technology such as telephones and fax machines.
• Must have intermediate knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in person and by telephone, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and make assessments and decisions.
• Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels and be able to function independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to travel throughout the SRHS service area.
• Must be able to remain active for extended periods and perform the physical and visual tasks described for the role.
• Must have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Some college coursework in a health- or science-related field.
• Training in computers, basic office equipment, and medical terminology.
• Current phlebotomy certification from an approved agency, if certified. Listed agencies include ASCP, APA, AMT, NHA, NCCT, NIHP, MedCA, NPC, and AAH; other accredited certifications may be reviewed for approval by the Lab Director.
• One year of phlebotomy experience.

Responsibilities

• Transport laboratory specimens to and from clinic sites and Singing River Health System according to departmental and System procedures.
• Verify orders, procedures, and specimens according to current procedures.
• Practice safe driving habits and follow safety guidelines while traveling.
• Perform venipunctures, heel and finger sticks, and other specimen collections for clinical laboratory testing.
• Collect appropriate specimens from the correct patients and communicate effectively with patients across a variety of care settings and conditions.
• Ensure accurate patient identification, specimen labeling, preservation, transportation, and pre-test processing.
• Perform clerical duties, process orders, use computer systems, file reports, and record and send messages.
• Provide reports to nurses and doctors and transcribe doctors’ orders for outpatients.
• Adapt to workload demands and work independently and as part of a team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED