Mobile Phlebotomist/Specimen Collector

Hunter Care Health•Oklahoma City, OK

9d•Remote

About The Position

The Mobile Phlebotomist/Specimen Collector is responsible for collecting blood and other specimens from patients in various settings, including patient homes, physician offices, clinics, assisted living facilities, nursing facilities, and other client locations. Responsibilities include patient identification, specimen collection, specimen processing, accurate documentation, maintaining specimen integrity, and transporting specimens to the laboratory in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements. The Mobile Phlebotomist is often the primary point of contact for patients and clients and is expected to provide courteous, professional service while ensuring accurate specimen collection, patient confidentiality, and compliance with company policies and procedures.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
Ability to legally work in the United States.
Ability to travel throughout assigned service areas.
Ability to work assigned schedule and maintain regular attendance.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Basic computer proficiency
Ability to maintain professionalism in a variety of patient care environments.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and reach throughout the workday.
Ability to sit and drive for extended periods.
Ability to frequently enter and exit a vehicle during the workday.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25 pounds.
Sufficient manual dexterity to perform venipuncture and specimen collection procedures.
Ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively with patients and staff.

Nice To Haves

National phlebotomy certification through ASCP, AMT, NCCT, NHA, or equivalent.
Previous phlebotomy or specimen collection experience.
Experience working in mobile healthcare, laboratory, or clinical settings.

Responsibilities

Verify patient identity using approved identifiers.
Review and confirm test orders before specimen collection.
Perform venipuncture blood collection procedures.
Collect urine specimens and other specimen types as assigned.
Assess patients and determine the most appropriate collection technique.
Ensure patient comfort throughout the collection process.
Monitor patients for adverse reactions during and after collection.
Provide patients with post-collection instructions and aftercare information.
Properly label all specimens at the time of collection.
Verify specimen accuracy and completeness prior to transport.
Process specimens according to established procedures.
Centrifuge and prepare specimens when required.
Package specimens for transport following company and regulatory requirements.
Maintain specimen integrity throughout collection, storage, and transportation.
Deliver specimens to designated laboratory locations within established timeframes.
Complete all required mileage logs, ABN forms, manifests, misc. logs and or forms.
Maintain compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, and company policies.
Protect patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.
Report specimen issues, incidents, and patient concerns to management promptly.
Follow all infection control and safety procedures.
Travel to assigned collection sites throughout the service area.
Maintain adequate collection of supplies and inventory.
Ensure company equipment is properly maintained and accounted for.
Follow assigned collection schedules and routes.
Communicate schedule changes, delays, or issues to supervisors promptly.
Provide exceptional customer service to patients and clients.
Maintain professionalism while representing the company.
Foster positive working relationships with client staff.
Address patient concerns professionally and courteously.
Refrain from discussing confidential company matters with client personnel.