Mobile Phlebotomist - Per Diem

Kashi Clinical Laboratories•Yakima, WA

2d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Kashi Clinical Laboratories (KCL), which provides diagnostic testing services to hospitals and clinics worldwide, is seeking an experienced Per Diem Mobile Phlebotomist to support its team in the Yakima/Tri-Cities area. This is an as-needed coverage role for last-minute call-offs and pre-scheduled time off. Weekly hours are not guaranteed, and flexibility is essential. The role involves traveling to multiple client sites; reliable transportation and a clean driving record are required. The Phlebotomist accurately collects, labels, handles, and transports blood and other specimens for laboratory testing while maintaining high standards of patient care, safety, and regulatory compliance. The role follows CLIA guidelines for patient identification, along with applicable safety protocols, Universal Precautions, OSHA standards, and HIPAA regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Phlebotomy certificate; proof of certification is required upon hire.
Computer and technology proficiency.
Current driver’s license and clean driving record.
Reliable transportation.
Flexibility to provide coverage on an as-needed basis, with no guaranteed weekly hours.
Ability to travel to multiple client sites.

Responsibilities

Exhibit and promote the professional image of Kashi Clinical.
Follow CLIA guidelines and use at least two unique identifiers to correctly identify patients before collecting specimens.
Verify that test requisitions are properly completed.
Collect appropriate samples, including whole blood, serum, or plasma, through venipuncture and/or fingerstick.
Label all samples with two unique identifiers and maintain correct labeling of all tubes, including primary and pour-off tubes.
Maintain proper documentation and sample identification for transport to the laboratory.
Perform blood culture collection without contaminating the site or sample.
Use appropriate collection techniques for timed, fasting, and random collections.
Explain proper collection procedures for urine, stool, sputum, and culture swabs.
Follow client-facility safety protocols, including proper PPE use, isolation protocols, and handwashing.
Follow Universal Precautions and OSHA standards when handling biological specimens.
Adhere to HIPAA regulations.
Maintain daily tallies of collections performed.
Inform the Phlebotomy Supervisor when collection volumes shift significantly.
Monitor and request office and phlebotomy supplies as needed.