Phlebotomist PRN

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Shelbyville, TN

About The Position

The Phlebotomist is responsible for systematically collecting blood and urine specimens from patients and delivering them to the appropriate laboratory section. The role serves patients across all age groups and contributes to safe, high-quality laboratory operations through accurate identification, specimen handling, efficient workflow, and continued development of phlebotomy skills. The position works collaboratively with colleagues and students, adapts to changing workload priorities, looks for process improvements, and identifies and reports laboratory compliance concerns. Vanderbilt Health describes its environment as collaborative and supportive, with an emphasis on compassionate care, professional growth, and equal opportunity.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Less than one year of relevant work experience.
Ability to perform phlebotomy on patients of all age groups.
Ability to consistently obtain quality, usable specimens.
Ability to verify patient identity using two identifiers and handle specimens in accordance with Universal Precautions.

Responsibilities

Collect blood and urine specimens from patients across all age groups and obtain quality, usable samples.
Verify patient identity using two identifiers and handle specimens in accordance with Universal Precautions.
Support colleagues and demonstrate a positive attitude consistent with VUMC Credo Behavior.
Work with students and others interested in promoting the clinical laboratory profession.
Adapt workflow priorities or schedules when workload requires.
Identify opportunities to improve processes associated with the position.
Participate in continuing education, take initiative in problem solving, learn new procedures proactively, and continuously improve phlebotomy skills.
Manage inventory, time, and workflow efficiently.
Recognize and report laboratory compliance issues, including potential fraud, billing issues, CPT coding changes or discrepancies, and questionable medical necessity.
Check work quality, fulfill safety and regulatory requirements, and report unsafe conditions appropriately.
Use accurate information and sound judgment to complete work on time and without error.
Adapt to changes and apply appropriate technologies, tools, and procedures.