Phlebotomist - MH Biloxi Laboratory Pathology - FT - Nights

Memorial Hospital at Gulfport • Biloxi, MS

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The phlebotomist collects and labels blood and other required specimens requiring testing in the clinical laboratory. The phlebotomist may assist with order entry of tests, assists technologists and ensures specimens are timely routed to the appropriate areas for testing. Educates patients with relevant information regarding lab testing.

Requirements

• Must be able to read and write the equivalent of eighth grade English.
• Current Mississippi RN licensure is required, if RN.
• BLS & ACLS certification is required.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (if an RN). Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
• Completion of a lab or phlebotomy program is preferred.
• Prior critical care or intensive care experience is preferred.
• Prior phlebotomy experience in a hospital or outpatient setting is preferred.
• PALS certification is preferred

Responsibilities

• collects and labels blood and other required specimens
• assist with order entry of tests
• assists technologists
• ensures specimens are timely routed to the appropriate areas for testing
• Educates patients with relevant information regarding lab testing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees