Phlebotomist/Processor

Interpath Laboratory•Klamath Falls, OR

1d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a friendly and energetic Phlebotomist/Processor with excellent people skills to enhance our team. Ideal candidates will have a collaborative spirit and a commitment to supporting both our patients and our team’s goals. Pay: Starting at $17/hour, with flexibility based on experience Schedule: On-call, approximately 12 hours a week Benefits: 401(K) with discretionary employer match Free clinical diagnostic laboratory testing performed in house In this role, you will be responsible for: Administrative duties: Providing excellent customer service, answering phones, and monitoring for instrumentation alarms. Technical responsibilities: Performing venipuncture for blood collection, obtaining additional specimen types as required, and preparing all samples for lab testing and screening. Accurate data management: Verifying specimen information, performing data entry, and properly identifying patient information. Specimen handling: Receiving, processing, and packaging samples for referral labs while maintaining specimen integrity. Compliance: Following safety protocols, HIPAA policies, Medicare rules, and participating in quality assurance. Flexibility: Covering work shifts at different sites as needed to ensure smooth operations. About Us: Interpath Laboratory, Inc. is a family owned & operated, clinical and anatomic pathology laboratory with over 90 locations in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. We are the Northwest’s leading innovative laboratory dedicated to providing rapid, reliable, and economical laboratory testing services. With over 50 years of growth and prosperity, we are the region’s largest independent laboratory. We emphasize the vital importance of a vibrant work culture and environment where building relationships, teamwork, and positive attitudes are highly valued! From a comprehensive benefits package to an ever-evolving learning and development program which fosters career growth, we truly value our employees and are very proud of the work family we have built since 1967. We are excited to share with you a short video that shows why the Interpath family is so special. Please click here: https://youtu.be/iMaXUt6s9rg Physical Requirements: Laboratory setting with automated equipment emitting ambient sounds. High level of staff interaction in close quarters; must hear alarms to ensure timely response to safety needs. Regular handling of potentially infectious samples, with required protective gear (lab coat, gloves, goggles, face shield). Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, crawl, twist, and walk on uneven surfaces throughout the day. Frequent bending, extended standing, and lifting up to 30 pounds. Flexibility to work extended hours or overtime as needed. OSHA Category: This role involves exposure to blood, body fluids, and/or tissues, with Hepatitis-B vaccination offered to all performing these duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Previous on-the-job phlebotomy experience is required.
Stable work history with minimal employment gaps strongly preferred.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and compassionately with patients and team members.
Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills; able to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

Providing excellent customer service, answering phones, and monitoring for instrumentation alarms.
Performing venipuncture for blood collection, obtaining additional specimen types as required, and preparing all samples for lab testing and screening.
Verifying specimen information, performing data entry, and properly identifying patient information.
Receiving, processing, and packaging samples for referral labs while maintaining specimen integrity.
Following safety protocols, HIPAA policies, Medicare rules, and participating in quality assurance.
Covering work shifts at different sites as needed to ensure smooth operations.