Phlebotomist 3 Floater

TalentBurst•Charleston, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist III Floater represents the company to patients at doctor’s offices, patient service centers, or other locations as business needs require. The role collects quality blood samples and prepares specimens for laboratory testing while following established practices and procedures. It involves direct patient contact, explaining procedures, and collecting blood safely, skillfully, and accurately while building patient trust and confidence. Under the direction of the area supervisor, the position performs daily activities accurately and on time, maintains a safe and professional environment, and handles forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing. The role verifies patient demographic information and initials, including obtaining the patient’s signature after venipuncture to confirm tubes were labeled in the patient’s presence and bear the correct name. It also maintains required records and documentation and promotes a positive image to patients, clients, employees, and the public. Work hours vary between Monday and Friday, generally 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., depending on the site. Travel between locations is required, and assignments may be made with minimal notice. The position is listed for an eight-month duration.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three years of phlebotomy experience, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
Excellent phlebotomy skills.
Ability to produce quality, error-free work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and handle multiple priorities.
Ability to work independently with minimal on-site supervision and exercise good judgment using established procedures.
Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record, if applicable.
Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, on-call hours, and overtime, based on staffing needs.
Commitment to company policies and procedures, including dress code, Employee Health & Safety, and Everyday Excellence Guiding Principles.
Ability to communicate openly and transparently with peers, supervisors, and patients; demonstrate customer focus; embrace change; and understand the business.
Keyboard and data-entry experience.

Nice To Haves

Medical assistant or paramedic training.
Phlebotomy certification; required in California, Nevada, and Washington.
At least two years of experience in a Patient Service Center environment.
Customer service experience in a retail or service environment.

Responsibilities

Collect blood samples from patients, including pediatric and geriatric patients, and prepare specimens for laboratory testing.
Perform forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing according to established practices and procedures.
Explain procedures to patients and collect specimens in a safe, skillful, and accurate manner.
Verify patient demographic information and initials, and obtain the patient’s signature after venipuncture to verify that tubes were labeled in the patient’s presence and have the correct name.
Perform daily activities accurately and on time under the direction of the area supervisor.
Maintain a safe and professional environment.
Maintain required records and documentation.
Work at multiple locations, including patient service centers and in-office phlebotomy locations, as staffing needs require.
Promote a positive image to patients, clients, employees, and the public.