Phlebotomist (Float)

Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co. (HOPCo)•Jacksonville, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Southeast Orthopedic Specialists, a regional leader in orthopedic medicine and part of Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company (HOPCo), is seeking a PRN Phlebotomist for their Southside Clinic. This role is crucial in supporting the clinic's operations by performing phlebotomy, assisting with patient care, managing supplies, and handling administrative tasks related to Durable Medical Equipment (DME). As Southeast Orthopedic Specialists continues to grow, this position offers an opportunity to contribute to their mission of making industry-leading, five-star orthopedic care accessible to more people. The ideal candidate will be adept at collecting blood products, interacting with patients, and maintaining a well-organized and efficient clinical environment.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited medical vocational institution with phlebotomy course diploma.
ASCPP required.
Current CPR certificate.
Knowledge of medical terminology, abbreviations, techniques and surgical procedures preferred.
Knowledge of phlebotomy techniques.
Knowledge of clinic protocols and policies.
Skill in performing efficient and effective draws.
Skill in conducting cooperative interactions with patients and staff.
Interpersonal and communication skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Microsoft Office Suite capable.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Strong communication and written skills.
Strong attention-to-detail.
Able to work in a fast-paced environment, remaining flexible to adapt to all staff and patient scenarios.
Effective time management abilities.
Must have a good understanding of how to operate within the EHR and PACS systems.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare field preferred; equivalent experience may be substituted.
At least one year of experience working with electronic health record systems preferred.
Orthopedics experience and NextGen experience preferred.
Preferred one year of phlebotomy experience.
Medical practice experience helpful.
Certification as medical assistant preferred but not required.
National certification through American Medical Technologists as a registered phlebotomy technician not required but helpful.

Responsibilities

Escort patients from the waiting area to the exam room, verifying patient name, DOB, and body part being examined.
Clean rooms between patient appointments, including removal of biomedical waste.
Restock all exam rooms, including injections, physician pamphlets, medical supplies, etc.
Clean all exam rooms at the end of each clinic, including wiping down exam tables, changing all pillow covers, spraying down each room with Lysol, and ensuring all medical supplies are in the proper place and well stocked.
Prepare equipment to efficiently collect blood products.
Perform venipuncture, arterial and capillary punctures on patients as directed by physician and following medical practice protocols related to safety, infection control, and confidentiality.
Conduct laboratory tests on specimens.
Enter data into computer.
Assist donor before, during, and after donation.
Clean/sterilize equipment, instruments, and work area following safety, cleanliness, and infection control procedures.
Monitor HER Task box for DME Orders.
Review DME orders for accuracy.
Greet referred DME patients in a timely and professional manner.
Obtain and explain patient’s financial responsibility and return policies prior to fitting patient.
Properly measure, size, and fit ordered equipment on patient.
Obtain all required signatures for DME Fee Tickets, Authorizations, and Notes.
Conduct scheduled Inventory and submit order to DME Team Lead for processing.
Pull inventory for upcoming surgeries based on location and coordinate dispensing to provider teams.
Perform various other clerical/clinical duties as needed.
All other duties as assigned by management.