Mobile Phlebotomist

TridentCare•Enfield, CT

2d•$19 - $21

About The Position

The Mobile Phlebotomist provides clinical pre-analytical laboratory services to clients and patients in a mobile setting under the general supervision of the Phlebotomy Supervisor. The role involves completing assigned routes safely and promptly, primarily to client facilities such as nursing homes, while following company policies, procedures, and applicable safety requirements. The phlebotomist travels to facilities, collects physician-ordered specimens at patients’ bedsides, accurately identifies patients, and collects, labels, processes, and delivers specimens. The role also includes maintaining required records, communicating route status to the dispatcher, monitoring supplies, keeping work areas clean, and adhering to specimen handling and preservation procedures. Evening and weekend on-call work and irregular unscheduled overtime may be required as needed based on workload or absenteeism.

Requirements

Current, valid state phlebotomy license, if required.
Current, valid state driver’s license and car insurance, a good driving record, and a vehicle in good working condition suitable for daily driving requirements.
Proficiency in venipuncture and skin puncture using both vacutainer and syringe techniques.
Knowledge of laboratory operations.
Excellent communication and interaction skills appropriate to the population served, including pediatric and geriatric communities.
Demonstrated regular attendance.
Ability to maintain sterile, sanitary conditions to prevent contamination.

Responsibilities

Drive to client facilities, typically nursing homes, as directed by the dispatcher or assigned supervisor or coordinator.
Take the company-provided phlebotomy tray to patients’ bedsides and collect physician-ordered specimens.
Accurately identify patients before collecting specimens.
Collect, label, process, and deliver specimens accurately.
Reload equipment and specimens into the vehicle for prompt delivery.
Regularly communicate status and location to the dispatcher and create required records.
Follow specimen preservation, patient preparation, and specimen management procedures without personal deviation.
Use only approved current documents and make record changes only as authorized.
Follow Universal Precautions and all required safety precautions; report unsafe workplace conditions.
Maintain required certifications, health requirements, and operational requirements.
Keep the work area clean and maintain sterile, sanitary conditions to prevent contamination.
Report complaints and problems encountered.
Monitor supplies inventory, report low or out-of-stock supplies, and identify and segregate expired supplies.
Report to work promptly, properly groomed, and wearing proper identification when visiting a facility.
Accurately maintain and deliver time records as directed.
Manage the assigned shift, including meal breaks.
Provide respectful and discreet service, recognizing residents’ rights and patients’ right to refuse care.