Phlebotomist 2 PRN Premium

FMOLHS•Baton Rouge, LA

About The Position

The Phlebotomist 2 properly identifies patients, collects blood samples, labels and sends specimens to the laboratory for analysis, and maintains records of tests performed and samples collected. The position may perform waived or moderate-complexity laboratory tests and may assist with supervising, scheduling, assigning work to, and training lower-level phlebotomists. The role emphasizes accurate specimen collection and handling, quality patient care, safety, confidentiality, and efficient laboratory operations.

Requirements

One year of phlebotomy experience with demonstrated proficiency in all age groups.
High school diploma or equivalent.
May require a Louisiana Medical Lab Assistant license from LSBME within six months of employment if performing waived or moderate-complexity testing duties.

Responsibilities

Identify patients, collect blood samples, and label specimens according to established protocols to support reliable laboratory analysis.
Coordinate and prioritize duties efficiently while remaining flexible to meet laboratory service needs.
Maintain supply inventory and request or order supplies as needed.
Adapt to changes and unusual circumstances in ways that promote cooperation and minimize disruption.
Perform waived or moderate-complexity procedures at an acceptable productivity level while maintaining a low error rate.
Support quality in routine blood collection, bedside testing, and selected culture collection in accordance with policies and procedures.
When needed, schedule and assign work to staff, monitor work quality and quantity, and provide supervisory support.
Use ethical judgment and professional discretion, follow applicable policies and legal guidelines, and maintain confidentiality of patient records.
Follow departmental and hospital policies, safety requirements, quality-assurance practices, and infection-control standards.
Maintain professional conduct, appearance, and performance, and pursue continuing education relevant to the role.
Follow standardized specimen collection and handling procedures to preserve specimen integrity and validity.
If licensed as a Medical Lab Assistant, perform waived or moderate-complexity testing, help prepare samples, and assess test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits.
Provide training and orientation to assigned employees, communicate relevant policies and procedures, and allocate tasks as needed.
Maintain cooperative relationships with patients, physicians, pathologists, staff, and others.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.