Mobile Phlebotomist

TridentCare•Bakersfield, CA

2d•$19 - $23

About The Position

The Mobile Phlebotomist travels to client facilities, mostly nursing homes, using a personal vehicle unless other arrangements are made. The role involves collecting blood samples according to established procedures, ensuring accurate patient identification and proper specimen labeling, documentation, and transport. The employee coordinates draw schedules and works with dispatch, payroll, laboratory, and courier departments while maintaining equipment and required records. When on duty, the employee must promptly answer a company-issued mobile device and be ready and available to work.

Requirements

Current clinical licensure, if required by the state.
Knowledge of medical terminology as it relates to laboratory purposes.
Proficiency in phlebotomy procedures and techniques, including venipuncture, tourniquet application and removal, and decontamination of the puncture site.
Knowledge of specimen preservation requirements, adequate patient preparation, and specimen procedures.
Current, valid driver's license and auto insurance.
Access to a vehicle in good working condition suitable for daily driving requirements.
Good driving record.
Ability to work under minimal supervision and accurately maintain timesheet records.
Knowledge of resident rights, patient care, and a patient's right to refuse.
Ability to obtain blood specimens from patients under a variety of patient conditions.
Proficiency in written and verbal English.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients, patients, the public, and staff members.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Ability to follow 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.
Obtain blood samples from patients using established phlebotomy procedures.
Identify patients accurately according to the phlebotomy patient identification policy before drawing.
Ensure specimens are properly labeled, placed in the proper tubes, and accompanied by completed requisitions, including patient billing information, before transport.
Follow phlebotomy policy for transporting protected health information (PHI).
Plan and organize draw schedules while prioritizing patients.
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 promptly report problems to the Area Phlebotomy Supervisor.
Answer the company-issued mobile device promptly while on duty and remain ready and available to work.
Notify dispatch of availability for future assignments.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Area Phlebotomy Supervisor.