Phlebotomist PRN-2

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Tullahoma, 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 performs phlebotomy across all age groups, verifies patient identity using two identifiers, and handles specimens in accordance with Universal Precautions. It also requires flexibility as workload changes, efficient management of inventory and workflow, and attention to quality, compliance, and process improvement. The position supports colleagues and students, contributes to a positive and collaborative workplace, and promotes the clinical laboratory profession. The Phlebotomist participates in continuing education, takes initiative in problem-solving and learning procedures, and continually improves phlebotomy skills. The role also recognizes and reports laboratory compliance concerns, including potential billing or coding discrepancies and questionable medical necessity.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Collect blood and urine specimens systematically and deliver them to the appropriate laboratory section.
Perform phlebotomy on patients of all age groups and consistently obtain quality, usable samples.
Verify patient identity using two identifiers and handle specimens according to Universal Precautions.
Support co-workers and demonstrate a positive attitude and VUMC Credo behavior.
Work with students and other interested persons to promote the clinical laboratory profession.
Adapt workflow priorities or schedule when workload requires flexibility.
Look for opportunities to improve processes associated with the position.
Participate in continuing education, take initiative in problem-solving, learn new procedures proactively, and continually improve phlebotomy skills.
Manage inventory, time, and workflow efficiently.
Recognize and report laboratory compliance issues, including potential fraud, over- or under-billing, CPT coding changes or discrepancies, and questionable medical necessity.
Provide guidance to entry-level co-workers.
Communicate clearly and courteously, build relationships with colleagues, and share information.
Deliver compassionate service, provide accurate information and support, and raise concerns in a timely manner.
Check work quality, follow safety and regulatory requirements, and report unsafe conditions.
Take accountability for assigned activities and use resources and accurate information effectively.
Suggest or accept ideas that may improve day-to-day operations, use appropriate technology and procedures, and adapt to change.