Phlebotomist/Courier | Vancleave Clinic | Full Time | Days

Singing River Health System • Ocean Springs, MS

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About The Position

The Phlebotomist/Courier transports laboratory specimens to and from the clinic site and Singing River Health System according to departmental and System procedures and guidelines. The role verifies orders, procedures, and specimens, practices safe driving, and follows safety guidelines while contributing to quality services for patients and clients.

The position performs venipunctures, heel and finger sticks, and other specimen collections for clinical laboratory testing. It ensures specimens are collected from the correct patients and requires effective communication with varied patient populations, including critically ill, trauma, newborn, geriatric, and outpatient patients in numerous outpatient settings. Duties also include accurate patient identification, specimen labeling, preservation, transportation, and pre-test processing; clerical work; order processing; computer functions; filing reports; recording and sending messages; reporting to nurses and doctors; and transcribing outpatient doctors’ orders.

The position reports to the SRHS Laboratory Director, under the direct supervision of the SRHS Phlebotomy Supervisor or Phlebotomy Team Leader, and has no supervisory responsibilities. The employer notes that assigned duties and working conditions may be revised or supplemented.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record, which must be maintained.
• Complete appropriate de-escalation training by the end of the 90-day position orientation.
• Proficient computer skills, including keyboard proficiency, and ability to use office technology such as telephone and fax.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, adapt to workload demands, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and make decisions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and by telephone and maintain emotional stability in high-stress situations.
• Ability to travel throughout the SRHS service area.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Equivalent combinations of education and/or experience may provide comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Some college coursework in a health- or science-related field.
• Training in computers, basic office equipment, and medical terminology.
• One year of phlebotomy experience.
• Current phlebotomy certification from an approved agency, if certified. Listed agencies include ASCP, APA, AMT, NHA, NCCT, NIHP, MedCA, NPC, and AAH; other accredited certifications may be reviewed for approval by the Lab Director.

Responsibilities

• Transport laboratory specimens to and from the clinic site and Singing River Health System in accordance with departmental and System procedures.
• Verify orders, procedures, and specimens according to current procedures.
• Practice safe driving habits and follow safety guidelines.
• Perform venipunctures, heel and finger sticks, and other specimen collections for clinical laboratory testing.
• Ensure appropriate specimens are collected from the correct patients and communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.
• Identify patients accurately and label, preserve, transport, and pre-process specimens.
• Perform clerical duties, process orders, use computer systems, file reports, and record or send messages.
• Give reports to nurses and doctors and transcribe doctors’ orders for outpatients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED