Phlebotomist 1 - Part Time (8p.m.-630a.m.)

FMOLHS•Baton Rouge, LA

12d

About The Position

The Phlebotomist properly identifies patients, collects blood samples, and sends specimens to the laboratory for analysis. The role maintains records of tests performed and samples collected and may perform waived or moderately complex testing in a laboratory setting when appropriately licensed. The position focuses on productive, accurate specimen collection; quality and safety; and effective collaboration. The Phlebotomist follows established procedures for identifying patients, collecting and labeling samples, handling specimens, and performing bedside testing or selected culture collection as needed. The role also supports laboratory operations by organizing work, maintaining supply inventories, and building cooperative relationships with patients and healthcare personnel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
May require a Louisiana license as a Medical Lab Assistant (MLA) from the LSBME within one year of employment if performing waived or moderately complex testing duties.

Responsibilities

Identify patients, collect samples, and label specimens according to established protocols to support optimal sample quality.
Maintain an acceptable productivity level while avoiding significant errors.
Adapt to changes and unusual circumstances in ways that promote cooperation and minimize disruption.
Perform routine blood collection, bedside testing, and selected culture collection as needed, following applicable policies and procedures.
Use ethical judgment and professional discretion, protect patient information, and maintain confidentiality of records.
Follow departmental and hospital policies, safety standards, quality assurance practices, and infection control standards.
Use standardized procedures for specimen collection and handling to preserve specimen integrity and validity.
If licensed as a Medical Lab Assistant, perform waived or moderately complex testing, help prepare samples, and assess test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits.
Organize and prioritize duties efficiently while remaining flexible to meet laboratory service needs.
Maintain supply inventories and request or order supplies as needed.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with patients, physicians, pathologists, staff, and other personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.