Mobile Phlebotomist

TridentCare•Manteca, CA

2d•$18 - $19

About The Position

The Mobile Phlebotomist travels to client facilities, mostly nursing homes, to collect blood samples. The employee generally drives a personal vehicle unless other accommodations are made, and receives assignments from the company dispatcher or an Area Phlebotomy Supervisor or Area Lead. The role follows established procedures for patient identification, blood collection, specimen labeling and handling, and transport of protected health information (PHI). It also involves organizing draw schedules, maintaining accurate records, coordinating with internal departments, and keeping equipment in good working order. When on duty, the employee must promptly answer a company-issued mobile device and be ready and available to work. The position also requires notifying dispatch of availability for future assignments and performing other duties as assigned by the Area Phlebotomy Supervisor. The stated pay range is $18–$19, depending on experience. TridentCare offers a competitive wage and benefits package to full-time employees; part-time employees are eligible for many benefits on a prorated basis.

Requirements

Have current clinical licensure if required by the state.
Possess knowledge of medical terminology as it relates to laboratory purposes.
Be proficient in phlebotomy procedures and techniques, including venipuncture, tourniquet application and removal, and decontamination of the puncture site.
Know required specimen preservation, adequate patient preparation, and specimen procedures.
Have a current and valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
Have access to a vehicle in good working condition suitable for daily driving requirements.
Maintain a good driving record.
Be able to work under minimal supervision and accurately maintain timesheet records.
Understand resident rights, patient care, and a patient’s right to refuse.
Be able to obtain blood specimens from patients under a variety of patient conditions.
Have proficient written and verbal English-language skills.
Be able to maintain effective working relationships with clients, patients, the public, and staff members.
Be able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Be able to take directions and conduct oneself professionally.

Responsibilities

Drive to client facilities, mostly nursing homes, as directed by the company dispatcher or assigned Area Phlebotomy Supervisor or Area Lead, using a personal vehicle unless other accommodations are made.
Follow established phlebotomy procedures to obtain blood samples from patients.
Identify patients accurately according to the phlebotomy patient identification policy before drawing blood.
Ensure specimens are properly labeled, placed in the proper tube, and accompanied by a completed requisition, including patient billing information, before transport.
Follow phlebotomy policy for transporting protected health information (PHI).
Plan and organize the draw schedule, prioritizing patients as appropriate.
Complete written logs, timesheets, and other required records neatly and accurately.
Work cooperatively with dispatch, payroll, laboratory, and courier departments.
Maintain equipment in good working order and immediately report problems to the Area Phlebotomy Supervisor.
While on duty, promptly answer the company-issued mobile device and remain ready and available to work.
Notify dispatch of availability for future assignments.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Area Phlebotomy Supervisor.