Phlebotomist

the Client•Bluffton, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist II represents the company to patients at patient service centers and in-office locations. The role collects blood specimens and prepares them for laboratory testing according to established practices and procedures. It involves direct patient interaction, explaining procedures, and collecting specimens safely, accurately, and skillfully while maintaining patient trust and protecting confidential information. The employee may be assigned to a doctor’s office, a patient service center, or another location based on business needs, and may travel between locations with minimal notice. Under the direction of the area supervisor, the Phlebotomist performs daily activities accurately and on time, maintains a safe and professional environment, and completes clinical and forensic specimen collection and processing. The role also verifies patient demographic information and initials, obtains the patient’s signature after venipuncture to confirm that tubes were labeled in the patient’s presence and correctly, and maintains required records and documentation. The position requires flexibility to meet staffing needs, including rotating weekends, holidays, on-call work, and overtime.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1–3 years of phlebotomy experience, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
Excellent phlebotomy skills, including pediatric and geriatric collections.
Ability to produce quality, error-free work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal on-site supervision.
Flexibility and availability to meet staffing needs, including weekends, holidays, on-call work, and overtime.
Commitment to company policies and procedures, including dress code, employee health and safety, and guiding principles.
Ability to make decisions based on established procedures and exercise good judgment.
Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record, if applicable.
Ability to handle multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.
Superior customer focus and ability to communicate openly and transparently with peers, supervisors, and patients.
Ability to embrace change and knowledge of the business.
Keyboard and data-entry experience.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship or transfer is not available.

Nice To Haves

Medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
Phlebotomy certification preferred; required in California, Nevada, and Washington.
Two years of experience in a Patient Service Center environment preferred.
Customer service experience in a retail or service environment highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform daily activities accurately and on time under the direction of the area supervisor.
Maintain a safe and professional environment.
Collect and process clinical and forensic specimens according to established practices and procedures.
Draw quality blood samples, including pediatric and geriatric collections, and prepare specimens for laboratory testing.
Verify patient demographic information and initials, and obtain the patient’s signature after venipuncture to verify that tubes were labeled in the patient’s presence and that the label is correct.
Maintain required records and documentation.
Promote a positive image to patients, clients, employees, and the public.
Travel as required to cover multiple patient service center and in-office phlebotomy locations.