Phlebotomist 3

TalentBurst•Lynchburg, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist III-Floater represents the company to patients at patient service centers, doctors’ offices, and other assigned locations. The role collects quality blood samples and prepares specimens for laboratory testing according to established practices and procedures. It involves direct patient contact, explaining procedures, and collecting specimens safely, accurately, and skillfully while maintaining patient trust and protecting confidential information. Under the direction of the area supervisor, the Phlebotomist performs daily work accurately and on time, maintains a safe and professional environment, and completes forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing. The role includes verifying patient demographic information and initials, confirming patient signatures after venipuncture, and ensuring tubes are labeled in the patient’s presence with the correct name. The Phlebotomist maintains required records and documentation and promotes a positive image to patients, clients, employees, and the public. This is a floater position based in Lynchburg, Virginia, with travel between locations and flexible scheduling based on staffing needs. The assignment is listed as lasting two or more months, with a possible extension. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; flexibility may also be required for weekends, holidays, on-call work, and overtime.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least two years of phlebotomy experience is stated in the job details; the work-experience section specifies three years of phlebotomy experience, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
Phlebotomy certification is listed as required in the job details; the description also says it is preferred and required in California, Nevada, and Washington.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; a clean driving record if applicable.
Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal on-site supervision and make decisions using established procedures and good judgment.
Strong phlebotomy skills, including pediatric and geriatric collections.
Availability and flexibility for staffing needs, travel between locations, weekends, holidays, on-call work, and overtime.
Ability to handle multiple priorities and work across locations with minimal notice.
Commitment to company policies and procedures, including dress code, Employee Health & Safety, and Everyday Excellence Guiding Principles.
Strong customer focus and ability to communicate openly and transparently with peers, supervisors, and patients.
Ability to adapt to change and knowledge of the business.
Keyboard and data-entry experience.

Nice To Haves

Medical assistant or paramedic training.
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, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections, and prepare specimens for laboratory testing.
Explain procedures to patients and perform specimen collection safely, accurately, and skillfully.
Perform forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing according to established practices and procedures.
Verify patient demographic information and initials; obtain patient signature after venipuncture and confirm tubes are correctly labeled in the patient’s presence.
Complete daily activities accurately and on time under the direction of the area supervisor.
Maintain required records and documentation.
Maintain a safe and professional environment and protect the confidentiality and accuracy of patient information.
Travel between patient service centers and in-office phlebotomy locations as needed, including covering locations with minimal notice.
Promote a positive image to patients, clients, employees, and the public.